Postcode Analysis Torfaen, Wales

CHAPEL STREET, NP44 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL STREET, NP44 1DL.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NP44 1DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NP44 1DL spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NP44 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Chapel Street, 0.5km from Pont Newydd in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NP44 1DL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for NP44 1DL are sourced from Output Area W00007946 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP44 1DL. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 277,420

2 sales · Mean £ 277,420

Detached

£ 230,000

1 sales · Mean £ 230,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

NP44 1DL has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Shoplifting18
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson10

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

76 nearby
  • B & M0.9 km
  • Zero Waste Torfaen1.0 km
  • B & M0.9 km
  • Zero Waste Torfaen1.0 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • + 71 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

22 nearby
  • Old Bridgend Inn0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Constitutional Club0.5 km
  • Old Bridgend Inn0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.3 km
  • + 17 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

62 nearby
  • Balti King0.3 km
  • Nuffield Health0.6 km
  • Trios0.3 km
  • Balti King0.3 km
  • Nuffield Health0.6 km
  • + 57 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House0.3 km
  • Best Kebab0.3 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

14 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.8 km
  • One Below0.7 km
  • Sainsbury’s0.7 km
  • Home Bargains0.6 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cwmbran0.7 km
  • Pontypool and New Inn4.4 km
  • Risca & Pontymister7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Pontnewydd Workingmen`s Club0.1 km
  • Pontnewydd Workingmen's Club0.1 km
  • Peterson Funerals0.2 km
  • Peterson Funerals0.2 km
  • Pontnewydd Inn0.3 km