Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

HIGH STREET, NP8 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, NP8 1BW.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /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: 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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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

NP8 1BW is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

NP8 1BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.1km 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 1BW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k. 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 1BW are sourced from Output Area W00002320 (shared with 26 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 NP8 1BW. 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

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 220,000

2 sales · Mean £ 220,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NP8 1BW has low crime rates — 25 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.

Violence and sexual offences19
Public order7
Vehicle crime5
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Bacchus Wine Shop0.1 km
  • F E Richards of Crickhowell0.1 km
  • Grenfells & Son0.1 km
  • M T Cashell & Sons Ltd0.1 km
  • Natural Weigh - zero waste shop0.1 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • The Dragon Inn0.2 km
  • The Dragon Inn0.2 km
  • Gwyn Deri Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
  • Manor Hotel0.8 km
  • The Bear Hotel0.0 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Crickhowell Bowling Club0.3 km
  • The Horseshoe Inn1.0 km
  • Treebeards Bar0.1 km
  • Crickhowell Bowling Club0.3 km
  • The Horseshoe Inn1.0 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Boots0.1 km
  • Cafe Le Gallois0.1 km
  • Crickhowell Cricket Club0.3 km
  • Crickhowell News0.1 km
  • Crickhowell Resource and Information Centre0.1 km
  • + 23 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Gourmet Wok Experience0.1 km
  • Gourmet Wok Experience0.1 km
  • Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.3 km
  • Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ebbw Vale Town9.8 km
  • Abergavenny10.0 km
  • Ebbw Vale Parkway12.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Crickhowell Square0.1 km
  • Crickhowell Square0.1 km
  • Crickhowell High School0.2 km
  • Crickhowell Health Centre0.4 km
  • Crickhowell Health Centre0.4 km