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About

Graig ward lies in the northwestern part of Newport, primarily a residential area characterised by a mix of housing types. The neighbourhood is centred around Graig Park, a significant green space that provides a focal point for the community. The area is served by local shops and services along nearby main roads, meeting everyday needs for its residents.

The ward is defined by its elevated position on Graig Hill, offering views across parts of the city. This topography gives the area a distinct sense of place separate from the city centre. Housing here includes many post-war estates alongside older terraced homes, creating a settled, suburban atmosphere. The area is well-connected by several bus routes linking it to other parts of Newport.

Area overview

On average Graig has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Graig is £55,735 per year. Graig is home to around 5,256 people, with a population density of about 376.0 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
39
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Graig Population
5,256
Population density
376 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
20.36(-44%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.13(-37%)
Public order
4.57(-49%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.57(-43%)
Shoplifting
3.81(-45%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,870
92.69%
Other White
90
1.71%
White and Asian (mixed)
46
0.88%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
33
0.63%
Other Asian
31
0.59%
Total population: 5,254

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,904
44.76%
Level 3 (A level)
672
15.8%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
579
13.61%
No qualifications
447
10.51%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
351
8.25%
Total 16+ residents: 4,254

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
893
40.46%
Owns outright
870
39.42%
Private landlord or letting agency
168
7.61%
Other social rented
152
6.89%
Social rents from council
68
3.08%
Total households: 2,207

Property prices in Graig

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £286,750 in Graig area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £950,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Graig 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 Graig over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£432,500
Flats6£98,500
Semi-Detached29£265,000
Terraced9£240,000

10 years median price trend in Graig

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

All postcodes in Graig

NP108UN

Gloch Wen Close

NP108BU

Forge Mill Close

NP108FR

Viaduct View

NP108JP

Sunnybank

NP108NH

Court Crescent

NP108JF

Ty Coch Close

NP108NN

St Basils Stores

NP108BT

Ladys Well Place

NP108FL

Rhymney Way

NP108GU

Old Road

NP108JJ

Cwm Cwddy Drive

NP108PQ

Foxwood Close

NP108BR

Old Park Road

NP108PL

Laurel Road

NP108NJ

Court Crescent

NP108NR

Church Crescent

NP108FT

Viaduct Close

NP108PU

Lowndes Close

NP108RB

Oaklands Park Drive

NP108GX

Caerphilly Road

NP108NY

Laurel Road

NP108PF

Fort View

NP108QW

Beaumaris Close

NP108RW

Pentre Tai Road

NP108NL

Laurel Drive

NP108JW

Brynhedydd

NP108LW

Caerphilly Road

NP108RJ

Tredegar Street

NP108HZ

Cowshed Lane

NP108LR

Highfield Gardens

NP108GS

Caerphilly Road

NP108GY

Caerphilly Road

NP108QT

Caernarvon Drive

NP108QZ

Springfield Lane

NP108JD

Pen Y Groes Grove

Data Sources

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