NP44 1AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Govilon Place, 0.0km from Mount Pleasant in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.
For families considering a move, NP44 1AU represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, 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 1AU are sourced from Output Area W00007941 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOVILON PLACE, NP44 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOVILON PLACE, NP44 1AU.
307
41
£ 35,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP44 1AU 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NP44 1AU's 68% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP44 1AU. The average age is 41.1. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 160,000
3 sales · Mean £ 147,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP44 1AU has low crime rates — 14 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
30 nearby- Gelynos Frostbites0.7 km
- Pontnewydd Bakery0.5 km
- Pontnewydd News0.5 km
- Pontnewydd Pharmacy0.5 km
- Gelynos Frostbites0.7 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- British Legion (Pontnewydd) Cb0.9 km
- Clwb Cymdeithasol Clwb Rygbi Cwmbrân0.9 km
- Clwb y Gweithwyr Pontnewydd0.6 km
- RAFA Cwmbrân Cangen 1209 0.7 km
- Tafarn Oddfellows Arms0.5 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- BE:VITO0.8 km
- BE:VITO0.8 km
- Balti King0.5 km
- Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes0.5 km
- Nuffield Health0.9 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Best Kebab0.5 km
- China Palace0.5 km
- Saffron Kitchen0.5 km
- Best Kebab0.5 km
- China Palace0.5 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd1.0 km
- Aldi1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbran1.3 km
- Pontypool and New Inn4.1 km
- Newbridge7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Gilwern Place0.0 km
- Gilwern Place0.1 km
- Ashley House0.2 km
- Bryncelyn0.2 km
- Bryncelyn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP441AU · Data under Open Government Licence