Newport NP20 has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5% for property prices and 6.7% for rents, alongside population growth of 1.4%. The district scores 56.5 out of 100 on trajectory analysis, placing it in the 82nd percentile nationally. Current gentrification indicators suggest the area is in an early stage of transition. The rent growth rate substantially exceeds price appreciation, reflecting stronger yield dynamics relative to capital growth. These metrics provide a baseline for evaluating market fundamentals, though prospective investors and buyers should conduct independent analysis tailored to their specific investment criteria and risk tolerance.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 3.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.4% per year
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What's changing in Newport · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.4 points this month to 57/100, driven mainly by safety.
Newport (NP20) common questions
Is Newport up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Newport (NP20) as Active. Its trajectory score is 57/100 (Strong), in the top 16% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Newport safe?
Newport has a safety score of 89/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Newport?
The average property price in Newport (NP20) is £238k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Newport?
The median monthly rent in Newport (NP20) is £948 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Newport?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Newport (NP10), Newport (NP18), Cwmbran (NP44). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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