The Square is in Aberbeeg, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 2AB is located in the Llanhilleth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Square, Aberbeeg, Abertillery, NP13 2AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 2BP, NP13 2AD, NP13 2EW, NP13 2AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP13 2AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 51% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49% | -2.8% | 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 | 35.5% | 37.4% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 47.8% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 6.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 39.8% | 38.6% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 36.9% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 17.4% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 8% | 5.4% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.5% | 24.5% | -11.0% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.3% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.7% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 8.3% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16.7% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 21.1% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 98.8% | 94.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Square was 127.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
The Square has the 24th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 88th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.8%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Manchester House The Square, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2025-04-11 | £55,455 |
| Flat 2 Manchester House The Square, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2025-02-24 | £69,641 |
| Flat 5 Manchester House The Square, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-07-12 | £66,083 |
| Flat 5 Manchester House The Square, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £29,300 | 2023-04-05 | £30,782 |
| Flat 8 Manchester House The Square, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2021-09-17 | £57,412 |
NP13 2AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sofrydd C.P. School Sofrydd Road , Crumlin NP11 5DW | - not rated | 3,706 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crumlin High Level Primary School Commercial Road , Crumlin NP11 4PX | - not rated | 4,147 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiw Syr Dafyedd Primary Oakdale , NP12 0NA | - not rated | 4,418 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 4,666 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goose's Grill | Unit 1, Riverside Works, Glandwr Industrial Estate | 942 yd | |
| The Eden Centre | Unit 7 Glandwr Industrial Estate | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberbeeg Rugby Club | Aberbeeg Rfc, Railway Terrace | 244 yd | |
| Carpenters Arms | Carpenter's Arms | 944 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Inn | Mount Pleasant Inn, Mount Pleasant Estate | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Time | 8 Commercial Road | 1,030 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.