Caerwent on the map
Built-up area0.6 km² (0.2 sq mi)
Location in MonmouthshireCaerwent sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Caerwent
Caerwent is a town in Monmouthshire, Wales, located within the NP26 postcode area. It lies just south of the A48 road, making it easily accessible from nearby towns and cities. The town has a long history, with Roman origins evident in the remains of the ancient Roman town of Venta Silurum, which can still be seen today. These ruins include parts of the Roman walls and a well-preserved amphitheatre, offering insight into life in Roman Britain. Caerwent is also home to a local market, which has been held regularly for many years, and the town centre features a mix of traditional and modern buildings. The surrounding area is largely rural, with rolling hills and farmland typical of the Welsh countryside. It is a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Caerwent
Caerwent is served by 17 schools.
House Prices in Caerwent
Property prices average £370K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £387K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Caerwent
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Healthcare in Caerwent
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Caerwent, the nearest being Gray Hill Surgery (1.8 miles away).
Local Data for Caerwent
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Property Prices 3,235 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Caerwent ONS 2023
The average total household income in Caerwent is approximately £54,067 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,220. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,220.
Businesses in Caerwent ONS 2025
There are approximately 799 active businesses based in Caerwent, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Caerwent 1 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Caerwent falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Caerwent
Of the 9,930 households in and around Caerwent, 75% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Caerwent.