NP44 1DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Chapel Street, 0.4km from Pont Newydd in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.
For families considering a move, NP44 1DW represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £187k. 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 1DW are sourced from Output Area W00007943 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL STREET, NP44 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL STREET, NP44 1DW.
268
39
£ 35,600 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 39, NP44 1DW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP44 1DW. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 137,000
3 sales · Mean £ 129,933
Semi-Detached
£ 144,000
2 sales · Mean £ 144,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP44 1DW has low crime rates — 17 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
74 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- Maendy Way Stores1.0 km
- Mount Pleasant Hall0.2 km
- Richmond Wines0.1 km
- + 69 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Old Bridgend Inn0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.2 km
- Pontnewydd Constitutional Club0.3 km
- Old Bridgend Inn0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.2 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
66 nearby- Balti King0.1 km
- Morgan's Breakfast & Baguettes1.0 km
- Nuffield Health0.5 km
- Trios0.1 km
- Balti King0.1 km
- + 61 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Maendy Way Chippy1.0 km
- Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House0.1 km
- Maendy Way Chippy1.0 km
- Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.1 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
14 nearby- Home Bargains0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd1.0 km
- One Below0.9 km
- Sainsbury’s0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.8 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cwmbran0.8 km
- Pontypool and New Inn4.2 km
- Risca & Pontymister7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Lloyds TSB0.1 km
- Pontnewydd Inn0.1 km
- Richmond Road0.1 km
- Russell Street0.1 km
- Ashley House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP441DW · Data under Open Government Licence