NP44 1AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ty Box Close, 0.3km from Mount Pleasant in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NP44 1AG is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 NP44 1AG are sourced from Output Area W00007942 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TY BOX CLOSE, NP44 1AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TY BOX CLOSE, NP44 1AG.
263
46
£ 35,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP44 1AG 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 46, NP44 1AG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £100k 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 NP44 1AG. The average age is 45.9. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 100,000
3 sales · Mean £ 88,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP44 1AG has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
56 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Maendy Way Stores0.8 km
- Mount Pleasant Hall0.0 km
- Richmond Wines0.2 km
- + 51 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Old Bridgend Inn0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.0 km
- Pontnewydd Constitutional Club0.3 km
- Old Bridgend Inn0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.0 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
54 nearby- Balti King0.2 km
- Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes0.8 km
- Nuffield Health0.7 km
- Trios0.2 km
- Balti King0.2 km
- + 49 more
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Maendy Way Chippy0.8 km
- Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.3 km
- Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House0.2 km
- Maendy Way Chippy0.8 km
- Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.3 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Sainsbury’s0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Sainsbury’s0.9 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbran1.0 km
- Pontypool and New Inn4.2 km
- Risca & Pontymister7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Ashley House0.1 km
- Ashley House0.1 km
- Lloyds TSB0.2 km
- Richmond Road0.2 km
- Pontnewydd Inn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP441AG · Data under Open Government Licence