NP16 5AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cromwell Road, 0.1km from Bulwark in Chepstow. Administratively it sits within Bulwark and Thornwell ward and the Monmouth constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £301k. 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 NP16 5AD are sourced from Output Area W00008251 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROMWELL ROAD, NP16 5AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROMWELL ROAD, NP16 5AD.
338
37
£ 38,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP16 5AD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
NP16 5AD is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP16 5AD. The average age is 36.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 287,500
10 sales · Mean £ 286,145
Terraced
£ 238,000
3 sales · Mean £ 256,000
Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP16 5AD has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- B & M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Bargain Booze0.4 km
- Londis0.4 km
- B & M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Bargain Booze0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Burnt Barn Community - Clwb Cymdeithasol0.1 km
- Clwb Rygbi Cas-gwent0.3 km
- The Two Brewers Ltd0.3 km
- Burnt Barn Community - Social Club0.1 km
- Chepstow Rugby Football Club Ltd0.3 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Chatterbox Cafe0.4 km
- Efes BBQ Kebab0.5 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.7 km
- Nellies Cafe at Wye Valley Country Store0.7 km
- O Yes Pizza0.5 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl Store0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Lidl Store0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Eastern Flavas0.5 km
- Kibbys Fish Bar0.5 km
- Wonder Food0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chepstow1.4 km
- Severn Beach7.6 km
- Caldicot7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Burnt Barn Road0.1 km
- Pembroke Road0.2 km
- Rowan Drive0.2 km
- Alpha Road0.3 km
- Warren Slade0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP165AD · Data under Open Government Licence