Wales · Wales
Living in Newport
A well-connected city on the Usk, between Cardiff and the English border, with strong value.
Population around 160,000
What Newport is like
Newport offers affordable homes and fast links to Cardiff, Bristol and London, making it a favourite for commuters seeking value in South Wales.
Education
The University of South Wales has a campus in the city.
University of South Wales
Getting around
On the South Wales Main Line with fast trains to Cardiff, Bristol and London.
Jobs & economy
Semiconductors and tech, logistics, public services and financial back-office operations.
The property market
The average home in Newport sold for £230,320 (April 2026, UK House Price Index). That is an area average across all property types, a useful benchmark rather than a valuation of any single home.
In a nutshell
- Great value in South Wales
- Fast links to Cardiff and Bristol
- Growing tech sector
- Wye Valley nearby