Bassaleg on the map
Location in NewportBassaleg sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bassaleg
Bassaleg is a residential area located in the county of Newport, within the country of Wales. It lies just to the north of the city centre, close to the River Usk, and is easily accessible from the A465 and A4042 roads. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of post-war and more recent properties. There are several local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres, serving the needs of the local population. The nearby Bassaleg Park offers green space for recreation, and the area benefits from good transport links to Newport and surrounding towns. The postcode area NP10 covers Bassaleg and parts of the surrounding region.
School Ratings in Bassaleg
Bassaleg is served by 83 schools.
House Prices in Bassaleg
Property prices average £279K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £346K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bassaleg
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bassaleg, with 68 incidents logged in July 2026.
Healthcare in Bassaleg
There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Bassaleg, the nearest being The Rogerstone Practice (0.7 miles away).
Property Prices 3,997 sales
Schools & Education 83 within 5 miles View all schools
Household Income in Bassaleg ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bassaleg is approximately £56,345 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 £41,576. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,576.
Businesses in Bassaleg ONS 2025
There are approximately 687 active businesses based in Bassaleg, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% 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 Bassaleg 311 crimes · July 2026
Reported crime in Bassaleg is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bassaleg
Of the 11,184 households in and around Bassaleg, 73% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 12% 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 Bassaleg.