Mount Pleasant Estate is in Brynithel, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 2HZ 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 Mount Pleasant Estate, Brynithel, Abertillery, NP13 2HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 2HN, NP13 2HX, NP13 2JN, NP13 2HY, NP13 2HW, NP13 2HJ, NP13 2HU, NP13 2HG, NP13 2HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP13 2HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49% | 1.6% | 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 | 39.1% | 38.1% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 42.4% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.9% | 30.8% | -13.1% | 48.4% | -17.6% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 32.3% | 6.6% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 20.8% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 11.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 4.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 2HZ this area, 38.4% 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.8% | 38.4% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 20.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 6.2% | -11.2% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 15.6% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 5.7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 11.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 19.9% | 11.2% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.8% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.2% 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% | 99.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 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% | 99.2% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.4% | 37.2% | 23.2% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Pleasant Estate was 112.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.8% lower than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Pleasant Estate has the 27th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 104th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 159 Mount Pleasant Estate, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £27,000 | 2014-11-07 | £51,912 |
| 151 Mount Pleasant Estate, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2010-04-08 | £110,476 |
| 151 Mount Pleasant Estate, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2007-01-31 | £104,569 |
NP13 2HZ 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 | 52 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sofrydd C.P. School Sofrydd Road , Crumlin NP11 5DW | - not rated | 2,756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crumlin High Level Primary School Commercial Road , Crumlin NP11 4PX | - not rated | 3,436 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pantside Primary School Old Pant Road , Pantside NP11 5DE | - not rated | 4,067 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tynewydd Primary School Greenfield , NP11 4QZ | - not rated | 4,203 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberbeeg Snack Bar | Commercial Road | 466 yd | |
| Llanhilleth Miners Institute | Llanhilleth Miners Institute, Meadow Street | 601 yd | |
| The Eden Centre | Unit 7 Glandwr Industrial Estate | 662 yd | |
| Goose's Grill | Unit 1, Riverside Works, Glandwr Industrial Estate | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Inn | Mount Pleasant Inn, Mount Pleasant Estate | 85 yd | |
| Llanhilleth Conservative & Unionist Club | Conservative And Unionist Club, Commercial Road | 476 yd | |
| Carpenters Arms | Carpenter's Arms | 784 yd | |
| Aberbeeg Rugby Club | Aberbeeg Rfc, Railway Terrace | 889 yd | |
| Llanhilleth Rugby Football Club | Llanhilleth Industrial Estate | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Fish Bar | 14 Commercial Road | 458 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 8 Commercial Road | 509 yd | |
| Go Go Wok | 1 Railway Street | 536 yd | |
| Hong Kong Takeaway | 4 High Street | 563 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 | 38.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.07 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.07 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.