Postcode Analysis Newport, Wales

RUGBY ROAD, NP19 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUGBY ROAD, NP19 0BS.

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Population

484

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 37,700 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NP19 0BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines NP19 0BS — 74% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 32.1% year-on-year.

home £185,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NP19 0BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rugby Road, 0.5km from Barnardtown in Newport (Newport). Administratively it sits within Victoria ward and the Newport East constituency.

For families considering a move, NP19 0BS represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newport.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, up 32.1% 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 NP19 0BS are sourced from Output Area W00008764 (shared with 20 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 NP19 0BS. The average age is 32.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British17.3%
Asian / British Asian74.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 180,000

7 sales · Mean £ 154,642

Semi-Detached

£ 193,500

1 sales · Mean £ 193,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

NP19 0BS has low crime rates — 28 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.

Violence and sexual offences76
Anti-social behaviour32
Shoplifting28
Public order25
Criminal damage and arson22

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

126 nearby
  • Clarence Food And Wine0.5 km
  • Duckpool Road Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.4 km
  • Londis Newport Service Station0.3 km
  • Shell Casnewydd0.3 km
  • + 121 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Gateway Hotel0.2 km
  • Gateway Hotel0.2 km
  • Silurian Hotel0.9 km
  • Silurian Hotel0.9 km
  • Sleep Station0.9 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

72 nearby
  • Crown Inn0.6 km
  • Hereford Arms0.4 km
  • Maindee Conservative Club0.5 km
  • Mill Street Social Club1.0 km
  • Oddfellows Arms0.5 km
  • + 67 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

170 nearby
  • The Snack Bar0.5 km
  • Busy Kitchen0.4 km
  • Duckpool Cafe0.6 km
  • Golden Tandoori0.4 km
  • Llyfrgell Maindee Library Cafe0.3 km
  • + 165 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

128 nearby
  • Balti Shack At Paprika0.5 km
  • Best Kebabs0.5 km
  • King Kebab0.5 km
  • Lunch Box0.4 km
  • Mighty Fine Meals0.6 km
  • + 123 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newport Gwent1.0 km
  • Pye Corner3.8 km
  • Rogerstone5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Maindee Primary School0.1 km
  • Maindee Primary School0.1 km
  • Marlborough Road0.2 km
  • Newport Transport Bus Depot0.2 km
  • Newport Transport Bus Depot0.2 km