Argyle Street is in Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 1NQ 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 Argyle Street, Abertillery, NP13 1NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 1ND, NP13 1TH, NP13 1NY, NP13 1NG, NP13 1NB, NP13 1TE, NP13 1TJ, NP13 1NZ, NP13 1NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP13 1NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 51% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 52.6% | 49% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 39.4% | 40.8% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 45.8% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.1% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.9% | -0.1% | 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 | 45.8% | 43.7% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 36.7% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 14.7% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 4% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 23.6% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 14.8% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 22.8% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 7.2% | 4.2% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.1% | 89% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 8.7% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 89% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 6.7% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Argyle Street was 53.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.1% lower than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Argyle Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 204.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Argyle Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2025-06-17 | £128,275 |
| 10 Argyle Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2024-10-08 | £136,355 |
| 11 Argyle Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £56,500 | 2021-02-09 | £77,921 |
| 10 Argyle Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2018-09-14 | £119,855 |
| 3 Argyle Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2018-01-19 | £85,574 |
NP13 1NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 3,847 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 4,155 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,355 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 4,355 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 5,007 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fradd's Kitchen Ltd | 28 Church Street | 249 yd | |
| Sandra's Coffee Shop | 35 Church Street | 250 yd | |
| Bear Grills | 2 Commercial Street Arcade | 312 yd | |
| Abertillery & District Museum | Market Street | 368 yd | |
| Abertillery Sports Centre | Abertillery Sports Centre, Alma Street | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Street Social Club & Institute | Oak Street Social Club, Oak Street | 92 yd | |
| The Dolls House | The Dolls House, Alma Street | 151 yd | |
| VAMOS by the River | 2 Bridge Street | 221 yd | |
| The Rolling Mill | 16 Church Street | 286 yd | |
| The Garw | The Garw, 5 Carmel Street | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| N Joy Pizza Ltd | 55 Alma Street | 151 yd | |
| Church Street Fish Bar | 22 Church Street | 249 yd | |
| Noble Balti House Ltd | 1 Foundry Bridge | 265 yd | |
| Anatolia | 9-15 Church Street | 284 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 19 Church Street | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Castle Street | 328 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 High Street | 383 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 | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.