NP7 0BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tyr Common, 0.3km from Lower Common in Monmouthshire. Administratively it sits within Llanelly ward and the Monmouth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NP7, NP7 0BB offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £363k. 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 NP7 0BB are sourced from Output Area W00008139 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TYR COMMON, NP7 0BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TYR COMMON, NP7 0BB.
321
59
£ 42,300 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NP7 0BB is a settled retirement community — average age 59, 95% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £363k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP7 0BB. The average age is 59.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 422,500
3 sales · Mean £ 376,000
Semi-Detached
£ 229,340
2 sales · Mean £ 229,340
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP7 0BB has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Bromfields Butchers0.8 km
- Gilwern Garage0.6 km
- Londis Stores0.8 km
- Bromfields Butchers0.8 km
- Gilwern Garage0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Beaufort0.8 km
- The Towpath Inn0.8 km
- The Beaufort0.8 km
- The Towpath Inn0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Gilwern Village Fish Bar0.8 km
- Gilwern Village Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Abergavenny6.1 km
- Ebbw Vale Town9.5 km
- Ebbw Vale Parkway10.9 km
Bus Stops
- Elm Grove0.1 km
- Elm Grove0.1 km
- Gilwern Primary School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP70BB · Data under Open Government Licence