NP25 3AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Forge Road, 0.5km from Osbaston in Monmouth. Administratively it sits within Town ward and the Monmouth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NP25, NP25 3AZ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £615k. 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 NP25 3AZ are sourced from Output Area W00008096 (shared with 143 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORGE ROAD, NP25 3AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE ROAD, NP25 3AZ.
479
45
£ 38,600 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP25 3AZ 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. NP25 3AZ's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £615k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £615k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP25 3AZ. The average age is 44.9. 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
Detached
£ 615,000
1 sales · Mean £ 615,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP25 3AZ has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers (Militia)0.5 km
- Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers (Militia)0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Aslan's Fish Bar1.0 km
- Moko's Ltd1.0 km
- Monmouth Churches Night Shelter0.9 km
- Aslan's Fish Bar1.0 km
- Cuppys Cwtch Ltd1.0 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Full House Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Spice Trail1.0 km
- Queens Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Queens Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Full House Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Co-Operative0.9 km
- Co-Operative0.9 km
- Savoy Theatre1.0 km
- Savoy Theatre1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lydney17.7 km
- Abergavenny19.8 km
Bus Stops
- Infants School0.2 km
- Palmyra Villas0.3 km
- Buckholt View0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NP253AZ · Data under Open Government Licence