newport NP23 Postcodes

Newport (NP23)

The NP23 postcode area is located in the Newport postcode town region, within the county of Blaenau Gwent, and contains a total of 984 individual postcodes.

There are 35 electoral wards in the NP23 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 Blaenau Gwent Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 10% of people in NP23 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 NP23 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The NP23 postcode covers the eastern part of the city of Newport in Wales. It includes the areas of Pillgwenlly, Somerton, Graig, Beechwood, Allt-yr-yn, Langstone, St Julian's, Alway, Lliswerry and parts of Marshfield. The postcode is served by the Royal Mail Newport Delivery Office.

Most of the postcode district is located in the Newport ward in the local authority of Newport City Council and partly in the Marshfield Ward in Monmouthshire Council. It has a population of over 8,000 people and covers a total area of 5.39 square miles.

Pillgwenlly is the main commercial area of the postcode and has lots of shops, pubs and restaurants. The area also has many services, such as a post office, chemist, dry cleaner and optician.

The area is known for its recreational facilities, with parks, a leisure centre and a golf course. There is also an arts and culture scene, with an art gallery and theatre.

The area is well connected, with good transport links both to the city centre and out of Newport. It has a railway station which provides regular services to London and other major cities, as well as local buses to nearby towns and cities.

Education wise, there are six schools in the postcode district, including two primaries, two secondary schools and two special schools. There is also a college and further education centre in the area.

The area is home to several churches and places of worship, including St Julian's Church, Bethel Baptist Chapel and St Paul's Church.

The postcode district has a good mix of housing options, with a mix of modern and traditional terraced housing, along with small ­scale developments such as small apartment blocks and flats.

NP23 is perfectly situated to experience the best of Newport. It is within easy reach of the city centre and is close to the beach, the M4 motorway and the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is a popular area for families and young professionals alike, and has a friendly local community.

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