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About

Caerleon sits along the River Usk, northwest of Newport's city centre. The area is defined by its historical legacy as a major Roman fortress, known as Isca Augusta. This past is visible in excavated sites like the amphitheatre and barracks. The modern settlement functions as a distinct village, with residential streets, local shops, and pubs centred around its High Street. The riverfront and surrounding green spaces provide a contrast to the urban archaeological remains.

The ward's identity is deeply intertwined with its Roman history, which dominates its landscape and cultural focus. The National Roman Legion Museum offers a central point for this heritage. Beyond the ruins, Caerleon contains a campus of the University of South Wales and a mix of housing, from older terraces to newer developments. The annual Roman military re-enactments draw visitors, but the community maintains a quiet, village-like atmosphere separate from the main city.

Area overview

On average Caerleon has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Caerleon is £52,056 per year. Caerleon is home to around 7,971 people, with a population density of about 571.5 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
56
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
9.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Caerleon Population
7,971
Population density
571.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.11(-18%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.05(+4%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.16(+26%)
Public order
6.65(-26%)
Other theft
2.51(-50%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,455
93.53%
Other White
169
2.12%
Pakistani
46
0.58%
Irish
40
0.5%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
40
0.5%
Total population: 7,971

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,800
41.73%
Level 3 (A level)
1,062
15.83%
No qualifications
940
14.01%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
898
13.39%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
478
7.12%
Total 16+ residents: 6,709

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,558
44.22%
Owns with a mortgage
1,179
33.47%
Private landlord or letting agency
328
9.31%
Social rents from council
199
5.65%
Other social rented
173
4.91%
Total households: 3,523

Property prices in Caerleon

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Caerleon area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,250 up to £850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Caerleon in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Caerleon over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached43£437,000
Flats8£145,000
Semi-Detached31£268,000
Terraced26£232,250

10 years median price trend in Caerleon

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Caerleon.

All postcodes in Caerleon

NP181AD

Carlton Terrace

NP181JL

Old Hill Crescent

NP181LE

Afon Lwyd Close

NP181QL

Isca Road

NP183BS

Flavius Close

NP183EG

Cambridge Court

NP183EZ

Northfield Close

NP183RG

Blackthorn Grove

NP183TN

Mercury Street

NP181BR

Castle Street

NP181JT

Caerleon

NP181LD

Mount St Albans

NP181NF

Coldbath Road

NP181NJ

Station Approach

NP183DX

Anthony Drive

NP183ED

Westfield Close

NP183TA

Abbot Close

NP181JH

Ashwell

NP183ES

Mithras Way

NP183RE

Aaron Close

NP183TP

Saturn Road

NP181BJ

Arthur Street

NP181LL

Yew Tree Lane

NP181NP

Broadwalk

NP183EE

Oxford Close

NP181QA

Caerleon Road

NP182LW

Priory Drive

NP183ET

Caesar Crescent

NP181AR

Backhall Street

NP181LN

Usk Road

NP183FB

Julius Close

NP183SP

College Road

NP181JW

Ashwell

NP183DD

Augustan Drive

NP183SB

Walnut Drive

NP183SE

Hazel Walk

NP181AT

Crown Close

NP181JJ

Christchurch Hill

NP183EA

Willow Green

NP183QY

Lodge Road

NP183RN

Cypress Close

NP183SQ

Roman Reach

NP181JQ

Abernant Road

NP181LQ

Usk Road

NP181LX

The Hawthorns

NP181NQ

Broadwalk

NP181PD

Barnfield

NP183PE

Diana Grove

NP183BX

Lodge Hill

NP183EW

Eastfield Road

NP183FA

Northfield Road

NP183NT

College Crescent

NP183NY

Ponthir Road

NP183TG

Webley Gardens

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.