Highfield is in Blaina, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 3AP is located in the Nantyglo electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highfield, Blaina, Abertillery, NP13 3AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 3AL, NP13 3AS, NP13 3AR, NP23 4UJ, NP13 3AJ, NP13 3BD, NP13 3AY, NP23 4UZ, NP23 4UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP13 3AP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 3AP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.7% 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 | 39.4% | 50.7% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 36% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 5.7% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.2% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44% | 38.7% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 34.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.1% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 9.3% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.4% | 27.5% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 17.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 7.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 15.6% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 19.9% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 35% | 13.5% | 21.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.1% | 37.2% | 27.9% |
| Christian | 27.5% | 46.2% | -18.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highfield was 48.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.5% lower than the Blaina average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highfield has the 4th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Blaina and the 44th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Way Highfield, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2017-11-22 | £419,333 |
| Hedd Le Highfield, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-05-08 | £241,155 |
| Phillips Way Highfield, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2010-12-03 | £483,209 |
| Mountain View Highfield, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2002-07-15 | £401,145 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 141 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 1,429 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaen-Y-Cwm C.P. School Blaenafon Road , Brynmawr NP23 4BR | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic - Brynmawr Catholic Road , Brynmawr NP23 4EF | - not rated | 2,643 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Station Cafe | Old Fire Station, High Street | 476 yd | |
| Nan’s Café | Unit 23, Blaina Enterprise Centre, Rising Sun Industrial Estate | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 53 High Street | 1,020 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.