Berea Close is in Blaina, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 3BJ is located in the Blaina electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Berea Close, Blaina, Abertillery, NP13 3BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 3AW, NP13 3AD, NP13 3AJ, NP13 3AB, NP13 3AL, NP13 3AY, NP13 3AH, NP13 3AP, NP13 3BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP13 3BJ is primarily male, with 54.2% of the population 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 | 44.1% | 45.8% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 55.9% | 54.2% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
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 | 38.1% | 40.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 38.8% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 9.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 (67.5%) 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 | 37.5% | 35% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 32.5% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 18.4% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 9.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 3BJ this area, 34.5% 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.1% | 34.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 11.1% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 18.2% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 15.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 15.9% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 99.4% | 97.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 37% | 13.5% | 23.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Berea Close was 117.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.2% higher than the Blaina average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Berea Close has the 13th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Blaina and the 100th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Berea Close, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-05-08 | £410,511 |
| 5 Berea Close, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £329,000 | 2024-01-08 | £351,024 |
| 8 Berea Close, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-05-26 | £329,164 |
| 10 Berea Close, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, a newly built property | £59,950 | 2001-12-05 | £237,962 |
| 6 Berea Close, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Detached, a newly built property | £67,000 | 2001-09-27 | £263,924 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 235 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 1,338 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaen-Y-Cwm C.P. School Blaenafon Road , Brynmawr NP23 4BR | - not rated | 2,431 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic - Brynmawr Catholic Road , Brynmawr NP23 4EF | - not rated | 2,671 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nan’s Café | Unit 23, Blaina Enterprise Centre, Rising Sun Industrial Estate | 352 yd | |
| Fire Station Cafe | Old Fire Station, High Street | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yew Tree Inn | Yew Tree Inn, Railway Terrace | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Asha Tandoori Balti | 60 High Street | 1,067 yd | |
| Tasty Garden | 97 King Street | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 53 High Street | 990 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.