NP18 1BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tan House Drive, 0.4km from Caerllion in Caerleon. Administratively it sits within Caerleon ward and the Newport West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k. 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 1BS are sourced from Output Area W00008438 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TAN HOUSE DRIVE, NP18 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAN HOUSE DRIVE, NP18 1BS.
230
52
£ 44,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 52, NP18 1BS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £370k 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 NP18 1BS. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 314,000
6 sales · Mean £ 283,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP18 1BS has low crime rates — 15 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
6 nearby- Swyddfa Bost Caerllion0.3 km
- Caerleon Post Office0.3 km
- Goldcroft Local Shop0.6 km
- Well Pharmacy0.5 km
- Goldcroft Local Shop0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Ship0.4 km
- The Ship0.4 km
- Newport HSOB Rugby Club0.7 km
- The Goldcroft0.6 km
- The Red Lion0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Coffiology0.3 km
- Los Reyes Tapas0.8 km
- Red Fort0.3 km
- Coffiology0.3 km
- Los Reyes Tapas0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Prince of Caerleon0.6 km
- Prince Of Caerleon0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport Gwent4.1 km
- Cwmbran6.9 km
- Pye Corner7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Arthur Street0.3 km
- Caerleon PO0.3 km
- Hanbury Arms0.3 km
- Hanbury Arms0.3 km
- The Ship Inn0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NP181BS · Data under Open Government Licence