NP18 1BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Goldcroft Common, 0.3km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NP18, NP18 1BE offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k. 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 NP18 1BE are sourced from Output Area W00008462 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOLDCROFT COMMON, NP18 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOLDCROFT COMMON, NP18 1BE.
303
51
£ 44,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP18 1BE 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
NP18 1BE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP18 1BE. The average age is 51.4. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 265,000
4 sales · Mean £ 245,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP18 1BE has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Swyddfa Bost Caerllion0.4 km
- Caerleon Post Office0.4 km
- Athwal Stores1.0 km
- Goldcroft Local Shop0.0 km
- Morrison Daily0.8 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Ship0.8 km
- The Ship0.8 km
- Newport HSOB Rugby Club0.3 km
- The Goldcroft0.0 km
- The Red Lion0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Coffiology0.4 km
- Red Fort0.4 km
- Coffiology0.4 km
- Red Fort0.4 km
- Caerleon Village Bakery0.3 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Prince of Caerleon0.1 km
- Prince Of Caerleon0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport Gwent3.9 km
- Cwmbran6.4 km
- Pye Corner6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Goldcroft Common0.0 km
- Broadwalk0.1 km
- Usk Vale Drive0.2 km
- Caerleon Town Hall0.2 km
- Westgate Court0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP181BE · Data under Open Government Licence