Postcode Analysis Torfaen, Wales

ISCA CLOSE, NP44 1QN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ISCA CLOSE, NP44 1QN.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NP44 1QN 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.

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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

NP44 1QN has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NP44 1QN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Isca Close, 0.5km from Pont Newydd in Cwmbrân. Administratively it sits within Pontnewydd ward and the Torfaen constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NP44 1QN is 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. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £156k, 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 1QN are sourced from Output Area W00007928 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP44 1QN. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.2%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 123,000

2 sales · Mean £ 123,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

Crime around NP44 1QN is above average at 90 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.

Violence and sexual offences60
Anti-social behaviour53
Shoplifting49
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft13

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

72 nearby
  • B & M0.7 km
  • Zero Waste Torfaen0.6 km
  • B & M0.7 km
  • Zero Waste Torfaen0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • + 67 more
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Supermarkets

16 nearby
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Heron Foods0.2 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.5 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Pizza Hut delivery Cwmbran0.6 km
  • Pizza Hut delivery Cwmbran0.6 km
  • Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Pontnewydd Valentines Cafe & BBQ House0.6 km
  • Pontnewydd Fish Bar0.7 km
  • + 23 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Old Bridgend Inn0.7 km
  • Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.8 km
  • Pontnewydd Constitutional Club0.9 km
  • Old Bridgend Inn0.7 km
  • Pontnewydd Bowls Club0.8 km
  • + 19 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

61 nearby
  • Balti King0.7 km
  • Nuffield Health0.6 km
  • Trios0.7 km
  • Balti King0.7 km
  • Nuffield Health0.6 km
  • + 56 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cwmbran0.3 km
  • Pontypool and New Inn4.6 km
  • Newport Gwent7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Trussel Road0.1 km
  • Trussel Road0.1 km
  • Cwmbran Depot0.1 km
  • Cwmbran Rail Station0.2 km
  • Cwmbran Rail Station0.2 km