Oak Street is in Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 1TG 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 Oak Street, Abertillery, NP13 1TG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 1TL, NP13 1TN, NP13 1NE, NP13 1NP, NP13 1TQ, NP13 1NH, NP13 1NF, NP13 1TY, NP13 1UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP13 1TG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49% | -0.9% | 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 | 24.5% | 36.4% | 11.9% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 44.2% | -15.1% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 9.7% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 39.5% | 40.1% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 33.3% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 19.4% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 24.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.3% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 10.5% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 19.1% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 25.7% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.2% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.9% | 99% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98% | 94.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.5% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Street was 88.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.4% lower than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Street has the 20th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Oak Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2025-04-23 | £180,632 |
| 62 Oak Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2024-12-16 | £157,970 |
| 85 Oak Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-07-29 | £126,113 |
| 68 Oak Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2022-04-13 | £152,468 |
| 76 Oak Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-02-24 | £231,486 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 3,558 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 4,116 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,134 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 4,312 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 5,218 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 | 489 yd | |
| Sandra's Coffee Shop | 35 Church Street | 534 yd | |
| Fradd's Kitchen Ltd | 28 Church Street | 536 yd | |
| Bear Grills | 2 Commercial Street Arcade | 612 yd | |
| Abertillery & District Museum | Market Street | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glyn | The Glyn, 10 Ty Bryn Road | 267 yd | |
| The Crown | The Crown, Victoria Street | 307 yd | |
| Oak Street Social Club & Institute | Oak Street Social Club, Oak Street | 355 yd | |
| The Dolls House | The Dolls House, Alma Street | 413 yd | |
| VAMOS by the River | 2 Bridge Street | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| N Joy Pizza Ltd | 55 Alma Street | 413 yd | |
| Noble Balti House Ltd | 1 Foundry Bridge | 529 yd | |
| Church Street Fish Bar | 22 Church Street | 536 yd | |
| Gourmet House | 5 Tillery Street | 549 yd | |
| Five Star Fish Bar | 12 Tillery Street | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Castle Street | 573 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 High Street | 685 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.