NP8 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Greenhill Way, 0.2km from Crickhowell in Crickhowell. Administratively it sits within Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For families considering a move, NP8 1AF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k. 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 NP8 1AF are sourced from Output Area W00002320 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREENHILL WAY, NP8 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREENHILL WAY, NP8 1AF.
252
49
£ 43,700 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NP8 1AF's low deprivation rank, 64% ownership, and £495k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £495k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP8 1AF. The average age is 49.2. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 495,000
1 sales · Mean £ 495,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NP8 1AF has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Bacchus Wine Shop0.2 km
- F E Richards of Crickhowell0.2 km
- Grenfells & Son0.2 km
- M T Cashell & Sons Ltd0.2 km
- Natural Weigh - zero waste shop0.2 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- The Dragon Inn0.2 km
- The Dragon Inn0.2 km
- Gwyn Deri Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Manor Hotel1.0 km
- The Bear Hotel0.2 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Crickhowell Bowling Club0.1 km
- The Horseshoe Inn1.0 km
- Treebeards Bar0.2 km
- Crickhowell Bowling Club0.1 km
- The Horseshoe Inn1.0 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Boots0.2 km
- Cafe Le Gallois0.2 km
- Crickhowell Cricket Club0.1 km
- Crickhowell News0.2 km
- Crickhowell Resource and Information Centre0.2 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Gourmet Wok Experience0.2 km
- Gourmet Wok Experience0.2 km
- Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.3 km
- Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Abergavenny9.8 km
- Ebbw Vale Town9.8 km
- Ebbw Vale Parkway12.0 km
Bus Stops
- Maesyffynnon0.1 km
- Crickhowell Health Centre0.1 km
- Crickhowell Health Centre0.1 km
- Crickhowell Square0.2 km
- Crickhowell Square0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP81AF · Data under Open Government Licence