West Side is in Blaina, Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 3DB is located in the Blaina electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Side, Blaina, Abertillery, NP13 3DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 3NH, NP13 3NL, NP13 3DD, NP13 3AU, NP13 3NJ, NP13 3BU, NP13 3AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP13 3DB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 50.7% | 56.9% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 5.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 43.1% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -5.9% |
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 3DB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.5% 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 | 41.6% | 50.5% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.3% | 27% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 14% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 6.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (68.2%) 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 | 33.1% | 31.7% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -16.7% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 36.5% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 18.3% | -5.1% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 10.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 3DB this area, 37.9% 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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 37.9% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 19.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 10.8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 21.2% | 7.9% | 13.4% | 7.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 11.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 15.3% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0.5% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 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 | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| No passport held | 29.2% | 13.5% | 15.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.4% | 37.2% | 29.2% |
| Christian | 28.1% | 46.2% | -18.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Side was 167.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.9% higher than the Blaina average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Side has the 8th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Blaina and the 63rd highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 157.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb House Nursing Home West Side, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Other, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2019-04-23 | £568,544 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 934 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 991 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 1,300 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 2,470 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaen-Y-Cwm C.P. School Blaenafon Road , Brynmawr NP23 4BR | - not rated | 3,196 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 | 444 yd | |
| Fire Station Cafe | Old Fire Station, High Street | 468 yd | |
| Café Lazeez | 94 High Street | 538 yd | |
| M & H Desserts | 70 High Street | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yew Tree Inn | Yew Tree Inn, Railway Terrace | 294 yd | |
| Blaina Cons. Public House | 100a-101a High Street | 499 yd | |
| The White Lion Inn | White Lion Inn, Queen Street | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Asha Tandoori Balti | 60 High Street | 446 yd | |
| Tasty Bites Ltd | 99 High Street | 490 yd | |
| Spice Valley Indian Takeaway Ltd | 80 High Street | 611 yd | |
| Yummies Kebab | 78 High Street | 611 yd | |
| Peking Town | 86 High Street | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 53 High Street | 413 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.