Lawrence Avenue is in Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 1SH is located in the Cwmtillery electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lawrence Avenue, Abertillery, NP13 1SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 1SL, NP13 1SW, NP13 1SQ, NP13 1SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP13 1SH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 52.7% | 49.6% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50.4% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP13 1SH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.8% | 48% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.7% | 33.5% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 13% | 8.8% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 6.6% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 39.4% | 32.4% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 31% | 39.4% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 19.7% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 6.3% | -3.8% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 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 1SH this area, 41.2% 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 15.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.3% | 41.2% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 23.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 14% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 14.5% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 3.9% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 10.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.2% | 15.8% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -18.0% |
| Other | 8.1% | 0% | -8.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.6% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| No passport held | 37.3% | 13.5% | 23.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.9% | 37.2% | 29.7% |
| Christian | 22.2% | 46.2% | -24.0% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lawrence Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Abertillery and Six Bells average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Lawrence Avenue, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £12,000 | 1999-09-27 | £56,179 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 2,886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 3,149 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 4,482 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 4,899 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 Sports Centre | Abertillery Sports Centre, Alma Street | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glyn | The Glyn, 10 Ty Bryn Road | 792 yd | |
| The Crown | The Crown, Victoria Street | 945 yd | |
| New Bridgend Inn | Newbridge End Inn, Penybont Road | 961 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 | 51 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.13 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.