NP12 2HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Avenue, 0.1km from Wyllie in Caerphilly. Administratively it sits within Ynysddu ward and the Islwyn constituency.
For families considering a move, NP12 2HJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k, up 30.6% year-on-year. 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 NP12 2HJ are sourced from Output Area W00007476 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE AVENUE, NP12 2HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE AVENUE, NP12 2HJ.
299
40
£ 36,100 /yr
53%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NP12 2HJ spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 30.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP12 2HJ. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
7 sales · Mean £ 169,999
Detached
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP12 2HJ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Islwyn Inn0.1 km
- Islwyn Inn0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hengoed2.5 km
- Ystrad Mynach3.5 km
- Pengam4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Marion Jones Court0.1 km
- Heol-y-Coed0.2 km
- Heol-y-Coed0.2 km
- The Glade0.3 km
- Wyllie Path0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NP122HJ · Data under Open Government Licence