Lancaster Street is in Six Bells, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 2NS 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 Lancaster Street, Six Bells, Abertillery, NP13 2NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 2NN, NP13 2NQ, NP13 2NW, NP13 2NH, NP13 2NP, NP13 2NE, NP3 2LG, NP13 2NR, NP13 2NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP13 2NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.9% | 50.3% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 44.1% | 49.7% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 2NS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.2% 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 | 43.1% | 51.2% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.9% | 27.4% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 11% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6.7% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.2%) 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 | 38% | 28.7% | -9.3% | 48.4% | -19.7% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 38.5% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 19.5% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 15.3% | 9.2% | -6.1% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 4.1% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 2NS this area, 34.3% 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 | 51.6% | 34.3% | -17.3% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 9% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 10.8% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 10.2% | 8.6% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 13.9% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.4% | 19.9% | 13.5% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 92.6% | 93.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 3.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 93.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.2% | 13.5% | 19.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.1% | 37.2% | 27.9% |
| Christian | 26.7% | 46.2% | -19.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lancaster Street was 137.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.8% lower than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lancaster Street has the 20th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 79th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Lancaster Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2021-09-17 | £49,358 |
| 53 Lancaster Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-06-16 | £116,000 |
| 57 Lancaster Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £59,950 | 2018-04-24 | £100,140 |
| 63 Lancaster Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2011-01-25 | £146,453 |
| 63 Lancaster Street, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2007-05-16 | £101,500 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| 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 | 3,038 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sofrydd C.P. School Sofrydd Road , Crumlin NP11 5DW | - not rated | 4,765 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 4,853 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 4,923 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmffrwdoer Primary School Waunddu , Pontnewynydd NP4 6QZ | - not rated | 5,193 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six Bells Bowls Club | Llwynon Road | 540 yd | |
| Abertillery & District Museum | Market Street | 1,039 yd | |
| Bear Grills | 2 Commercial Street Arcade | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six Bells Hotel | Six Bells Hotel, Victoria Road | 444 yd | |
| Ex Home Guard Officers Club | 109 Somerset Street | 734 yd | |
| Abertillery Bluebirds AFC Clubhouse | Cwmnantygroes | 824 yd | |
| The Corner Club | The Corner Club, Somerset Street | 926 yd | |
| The Bear | 3 Commercial Street | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Best Kebab House | 8 Alexandra Road | 260 yd | |
| Wok Express | 37 Somerset Street | 926 yd | |
| Sajna Spice | 4 Carmel Street | 995 yd | |
| Ho Ho Take Away | 9 Somerset Street | 1,035 yd | |
| Abertillery Kebab House | 7 Somerset Street | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Castle Street | 1,047 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 High Street | 1,071 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 | 38.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.11 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.