NP8 1BR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Danygrug in Crickhowell. Administratively it sits within Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NP8 1BR is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 27% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1BR are sourced from Output Area W00009788 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NP8 1BR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NP8 1BR.
364
44
£ 43,700 /yr
44%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 44, NP8 1BR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP8 1BR. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NP8 1BR has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Bacchus Wine Shop0.7 km
- F E Richards of Crickhowell0.7 km
- Grenfells & Son0.7 km
- M T Cashell & Sons Ltd0.7 km
- Natural Weigh - zero waste shop0.7 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- The Dragon Inn0.8 km
- The Dragon Inn0.8 km
- Gwyn Deri Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
- Manor Hotel0.5 km
- The Bear Hotel0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Crickhowell Bowling Club0.8 km
- Treebeards Bar0.7 km
- Crickhowell Bowling Club0.8 km
- Treebeards Bar0.7 km
- Swan Inn0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Boots0.7 km
- Cafe Le Gallois0.7 km
- Crickhowell Cricket Club0.8 km
- Crickhowell News0.7 km
- Crickhowell Resource and Information Centre0.7 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Gourmet Wok Experience0.7 km
- Gourmet Wok Experience0.7 km
- Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.4 km
- Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Abergavenny10.0 km
- Ebbw Vale Town10.5 km
- Ebbw Vale Parkway12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Oakfield Drive0.2 km
- Oakfield Drive0.2 km
- Allsorts Nursery0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NP81BR · Data under Open Government Licence