NP8 Crickhowell in Powys has experienced moderate price growth at 7.0% compound annual growth rate over five years, outpacing rental growth of 5.0% CAGR. Population expansion remains minimal at 0.7% over the same period. The postcode scores 49.5 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it at the 46th percentile nationally—indicating average performance relative to other UK districts. The area is classified at the latent stage of gentrification, suggesting limited signs of imminent demographic or economic transformation. These data points indicate a stable but unspectacular market with modest capital appreciation and rental yields, characteristic of a rural Welsh location without significant development pressure or population migration drivers.
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- 1Property prices up 6.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.7% per year
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What's changing in Crickhowell · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 4.8 points this month to 45/100, driven mainly by safety.
32 planning applications submitted in NP8 over the last six months, 2 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Demolition of an existing single story modular building and replacement with larger single story modular building.Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use from an office to revert back to residential use as it was in 2008.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use from a dwellinghouse (Class C3) to a Class D1 dental practice, replacement rear extension, and associated internal works.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Crickhowell (NP8) common questions
Is Crickhowell up and coming?
Crickhowell (NP8) has a trajectory score of 45/100 (Average), placing it in the top 78% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 0.8 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Crickhowell safe?
Crickhowell has a safety score of 34/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Crickhowell?
The average property price in Crickhowell (NP8) is £197k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 6.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Crickhowell?
The median monthly rent in Crickhowell (NP8) is £611 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Crickhowell?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Ebbw Vale (NP23), Tredegar (NP22), Treharris (CF46), Pontypridd (CF37), Bridgwater (TA6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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