NP8 1DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rectory Road, 0.1km from Pen-y-Dre in Crickhowell. Administratively it sits within Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NP8, NP8 1DW offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k. 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 NP8 1DW are sourced from Output Area W00009787 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RECTORY ROAD, NP8 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RECTORY ROAD, NP8 1DW.
381
52
£ 43,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP8 1DW 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
NP8 1DW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £465k, 75% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP8 1DW. The average age is 51.7. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 430,000
2 sales · Mean £ 430,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NP8 1DW has low crime rates — 22 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
18 nearby- Crickhowell Service Station (Shop)0.2 km
- E & G Jehu Stores0.3 km
- Crickhowell Service Station (Shop)0.2 km
- E & G Jehu Stores0.3 km
- Bacchus Wine Shop0.3 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Gwyn Deri Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Manor Hotel0.6 km
- The Bear Hotel0.2 km
- Gwyn Deri Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Manor Hotel0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Swan Inn0.1 km
- Britania Inn0.3 km
- Swan Inn0.1 km
- The Britannia Inn0.3 km
- Crickhowell Bowling Club0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Bookish0.3 km
- Red Indigo0.6 km
- The Courtroom Coffee Shop0.3 km
- The Courtyard0.2 km
- Yummy Kitchen0.3 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.2 km
- Maali Kitchen Crickhowell0.2 km
- Gourmet Wok Experience0.3 km
- Gourmet Wok Experience0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Abergavenny10.1 km
- Ebbw Vale Town10.1 km
- Ebbw Vale Parkway12.3 km
Bus Stops
- Oakfield Drive0.2 km
- Oakfield Drive0.2 km
- Crickhowell High School0.3 km
- Crickhowell Square0.3 km
- Crickhowell Square0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NP81DW · Data under Open Government Licence