Somerset Street is in Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 1DR is located in the Abertillery and Six Bells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Somerset Street, Abertillery, NP13 1DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 1AP, NP13 1DS, NP13 2LF, NP13 1AR, NP13 1DP, NP13 1AS, NP13 1BB, NP13 1AN, NP13 2LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP13 1DR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 49.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.2% | 50.7% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 41.6% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 36.4% | -11.5% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 12.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 39.1% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 36.7% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 15.2% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 6.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around NP13 1DR this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.8% | 28.6% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 11.5% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 17.8% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 6.7% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 14.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 17.5% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 92.9% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 93.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 93.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 94% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.4% | 37.2% | 25.2% |
| Christian | 28.1% | 46.2% | -18.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Somerset Street was 195.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.7% higher than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Somerset Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 43rd highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146 Somerset Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2020-09-02 | £322,853 |
| 153 Somerset Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2019-09-06 | £119,410 |
| 137 Somerset Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-12-03 | £159,146 |
| 135 Somerset Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2018-10-18 | £172,715 |
| 143 Somerset Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £48,500 | 2012-04-05 | £96,630 |
NP13 1DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 3,716 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 4,449 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 4,714 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,972 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 4,995 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abertillery & District Museum | Market Street | 326 yd | |
| Bear Grills | 2 Commercial Street Arcade | 374 yd | |
| Fradd's Kitchen Ltd | 28 Church Street | 525 yd | |
| Sandra's Coffee Shop | 35 Church Street | 534 yd | |
| Six Bells Bowls Club | Llwynon Road | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex Home Guard Officers Club | 109 Somerset Street | 2 yd | |
| The Corner Club | The Corner Club, Somerset Street | 222 yd | |
| The Bear | 3 Commercial Street | 313 yd | |
| Commercial Hotel | Commercial Hotel, Market Street | 326 yd | |
| The Pontlottyn | 14 Somerset Street | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Express | 37 Somerset Street | 222 yd | |
| Sajna Spice | 4 Carmel Street | 318 yd | |
| Giants Burger Bar | 16-17 Market Street | 324 yd | |
| Ho Ho Take Away | 9 Somerset Street | 328 yd | |
| Abertillery Kebab House | 7 Somerset Street | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 31 High Street | 345 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Castle Street | 458 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.