NP20 3GD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oaks Close, 0.5km from Stelvio in Newport (Newport). Administratively it sits within Gaer ward and the Newport West constituency.
For serious buyers, NP20 3GD is a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 78% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k. 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 NP20 3GD are sourced from Output Area W00008489 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKS CLOSE, NP20 3GD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKS CLOSE, NP20 3GD.
281
42
£ 35,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP20 3GD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NP20 3GD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 78% 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 NP20 3GD. The average age is 41.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 197,000
5 sales · Mean £ 205,900
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP20 3GD has low crime rates — 13 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
26 nearby- A J S Stores0.7 km
- Buyology0.8 km
- Spar0.7 km
- T K Maxx1.0 km
- A J S Stores0.7 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Muffler @ Maesglas Sports And Social Club0.9 km
- Muffler @ Maesglas Sports And Social Club0.9 km
- Gaer Inn Newport0.7 km
- Gaer Inn Newport0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Jump Adventure0.7 km
- McDonalds0.4 km
- Starbucks0.9 km
- Subway0.4 km
- Tesco Family Dining0.4 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Lidl0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
- The Range0.9 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Dominos Pizza0.9 km
- Flames Pizza And Grill0.6 km
- Maesglas Fish Bar0.6 km
- Sheppards Fish Bar0.7 km
- Wai Wai Takeaway0.7 km
- + 25 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Gwesty Glenroy0.8 km
- Glenroy Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport Gwent1.7 km
- Pye Corner2.1 km
- Rogerstone4.4 km
Bus Stops
- McDonald`s0.1 km
- New Pastures0.1 km
- New Pastures0.1 km
- McDonald`s0.1 km
- Cae Brynton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP203GD · Data under Open Government Licence