newport NP8 Postcodes

Newport (NP8)

The NP8 postcode area is located in the Newport postcode town region, within the county of Powys, and contains a total of 231 individual postcodes.

There are 25 electoral wards in the NP8 postcode area, including Abergavenny, Abertillery, Blackwood, Caldicot, Chepstow, Crickhowell, Cwmbran, Ebbw Vale, Monmouth, New Tredegar, Newport, Pontypool, Tredegar, Usk which come under the local authority of the Powys Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 30% of people in NP8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of NP8 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The NP8 postcode district is an area in South Wales which covers parts of both the City of Newport and the Caerphilly County Borough. It includes some of the Western suburbs of Newport such as Rogerstone, Langstone and Nash. The postcode includes aspects from both urban and rural areas and is made up of several post towns, including Newport, Caerphilly and Machen.

The district is primarily residential; some of the areas within it include Ruperra, Newport International Sports Village, Tredegar Park and Oakfield. It is home to a variety of different housing styles, ranging from traditional terraced houses to two-story semi-detached homes. It's also home to more modern developments such as Coedkernew and Lysaght Village. The district boasts a vibrant community, with a range of local restaurants, shops and services, including supermarkets, pubs and leisure centres.

NP8 also includes a number of green spaces, including the National Trust's Tredegar Park, Coedkernew Nature Reserve and Langstone SSSI, as well as a number of local parks and play areas. The area is also home to a variety of historic sites, including Tredegar House, St Cadoc's Church and a selection of Bronze Age and Iron Age Hillforts.

The district offers a good transport network; most areas are well served by buses and trains, with direct trains to Bristol and Cardiff. There are major roads such as the M4 motorway and A48, which provides access to Newport, Cardiff and Bristol.

NP8 is well known for its business and industry. Local companies include several food processing companies such as Peacocks and Wales Food Group, and retail outlets such as Makro and Magnet. The district also provides a range of employment opportunities in fields such as engineering, IT, finance and manufacturing.

In addition to its business and industry, NP8 offers a range of education options for its residents. Primary and secondary schools are available within Newport City, and further education opportunities can be provided by Newport City College, Coleg Gwent and Cardiff University. The district is also home to several charities and community organisations working to improve the lives of its residents, and is full of vibrant culture and local events such as festivals, markets, concert series and art shows.

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