Forge Lane is in Blaina, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 3BL is located in the Blaina electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forge Lane, Blaina, Abertillery, NP13 3BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 3AG, NP13 3AF, NP13 3LD, NP13 3LB, NP13 3JY, NP13 3AE, NP13 3JU, NP13 3LH, NP13 3NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP13 3BL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 52.9% | 5.3% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 52.4% | 47.1% | -5.3% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 38.3% | 32.6% | -5.7% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.3% | 26.4% | 9.1% | 44.2% | -17.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 21.1% | 22.5% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 15.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 9.4% |
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 (46.7%) 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 | 23.8% | 20.1% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -28.3% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 26.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 28.6% | 26.6% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Bad health | 15.6% | 20.9% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 16.9% |
| Very bad health | 6.8% | 5.8% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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 3BL this area, 49.6% 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 12.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 55.6% | 49.6% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 31.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.1% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 8.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 7% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.3% | 12.4% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 12.4% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -21.4% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.7% | 5.1% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.9% | 93.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 94.6% | 92.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 92.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.8% | 76.7% | -24.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 42.6% | 13.5% | 29.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.4% | 37.2% | 14.2% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forge Lane was 441.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 289.3% higher than the Blaina average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Forge Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Blaina and the 8th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 145.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 48.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Forge Lane, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2006-07-25 | £119,642 |
NP13 3BL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP13 3BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 551 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 941 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 2,806 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 3,379 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & H Desserts | 70 High Street | 162 yd | |
| Café Lazeez | 94 High Street | 166 yd | |
| Fire Station Cafe | Old Fire Station, High Street | 629 yd | |
| Nan’s Café | Unit 23, Blaina Enterprise Centre, Rising Sun Industrial Estate | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaina Cons. Public House | 100a-101a High Street | 119 yd | |
| The White Lion Inn | White Lion Inn, Queen Street | 133 yd | |
| Yew Tree Inn | Yew Tree Inn, Railway Terrace | 272 yd | |
| The Queens Hotel | Queens Hotel, Abertillery Road | 872 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Asha Tandoori Balti | 60 High Street | 35 yd | |
| Tasty Bites Ltd | 99 High Street | 109 yd | |
| Spice Valley Indian Takeaway Ltd | 80 High Street | 247 yd | |
| Yummies Kebab | 78 High Street | 247 yd | |
| Peking Town | 86 High Street | 247 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 53 High Street | 84 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.