NP7 (Abergavenny) recorded a trajectory score of 52.7/100, placing it at the 65th percentile nationally with a "strong" rating. Over the past five years, the district experienced modest population growth of 0.7%, whilst property prices expanded at a 4.1% compound annual growth rate. Rental growth outpaced capital appreciation, reaching 5.0% CAGR during the same period. The postcode district is classified as being in the latent stage of gentrification, suggesting limited visible transformation at present. These metrics indicate a market characterised by gradual, stable dynamics rather than rapid expansion or stagnation.
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- 1Property prices up 3.0% 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 Abergavenny · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.8 points this month to 52/100, driven mainly by safety.
86 planning applications submitted in NP7 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 4 change of use, 4 demolition.
- Proposed demolition of a detached dwelling and construction of a new detached 4 Bedroom dwelling and attached garage.Feb 2026 · pending
- Construction of a flat-roofed single-storey rear extension and flat-roofed rear dormer to accommodate a new utility and bedroom on the ground floor and a master suite and office to the first floor and internal refurbishment throughout.Jan 2026 · Decided
- Any observations should be forwarded within 14 days - Demolition of outbuilding, remove rear elevation due to subsidence, rebuild rear elevation an...Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Abergavenny (NP7) common questions
Is Abergavenny up and coming?
Abergavenny (NP7) has a trajectory score of 52/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 39% 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 Abergavenny safe?
Abergavenny has a safety score of 88/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Abergavenny?
The average property price in Abergavenny (NP7) is £260k 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 Abergavenny?
The median monthly rent in Abergavenny (NP7) is £826 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Abergavenny?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Presteigne (LD8), Kington (HR5), Taunton (TA1), Leominster (HR6), Newport (NP19). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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