Iron Street is in Tredegar and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP2 3PR is located in the Tredegar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Iron Street, Tredegar, NP2 3PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 3NB, NP22 3PS, NP22 3NA, NP22 3NE, NP22 3DQ, NP22 3PT, NP22 3ND, NP22 3DE, NP22 3YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP2 3PR has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 44.3% | 49% | 4.7% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 55.7% | 51% | -4.7% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 NP2 3PR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.9% 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 | 45.8% | 47.9% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.8% | 25.2% | 3.4% | 44.2% | -19.0% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 14.4% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 7.9% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (63.4%) 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 | 39.2% | 36.6% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 26.8% | -11.6% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 21% | 6.9% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 12.1% | 6.6% | 4.0% | 8.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 NP2 3PR this area, 34.2% 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 | 37.3% | 34.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.1% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 16.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 16.9% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 15.3% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.3% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 86.7% | 96.8% | 10.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 7.8% | 1.4% | -6.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 87.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 87.1% | 7.5% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 8.6% | 9.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 7.8% | 1.4% | -6.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.8% | 87.9% | 9.1% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 6.4% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.6% | 2.3% | -8.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.4% | 76.7% | -19.3% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Iron Street was 405.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 483.8% higher than the Georgetown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Iron Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Georgetown and the 12th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 200.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound Inn Iron Street, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £10,000 | 2002-10-25 | £38,529 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 52 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tredegar Comprehensive School Stable Lane , Tredegar NP22 4BH | - not rated | 811 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Georgetown C.P. School Oakfield Road , Tredegar NP22 4LJ | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deighton Primary School Stockton Way , Tredegar NP22 3ES | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanhowy Primary School Coach Bach , Tredegar NP22 4RW | - not rated | 1,370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Ashvale , NP22 4AQ | - not rated | 1,817 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cravings Cafe | 5a Morgan Street | 93 yd | |
| Morgan’s Eatery & Coffee Shop | 8 Castle Street | 124 yd | |
| Bespoke Cake Lounge | 20 Castle Street | 156 yd | |
| The Tamarind | Tamarind, Market Street | 182 yd | |
| The Cabin Snack Bar | Cabin Snacks, Shop Row | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Moose Hall | Moose Hall, Lower Coronation Street | 71 yd | |
| Tredegar Arms Hotel | Tredegar Arms, Morgan Street | 88 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Morgan Street | 93 yd | |
| Tredegar County Club & Institute | 36 Lower Coronation Street | 94 yd | |
| The Olympia | The Olympia, Morgan Street | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fryery | 2 The Circle | 89 yd | |
| Best Kebab & Pizza | 11 The Circle | 89 yd | |
| Boonta Too Takeaway | 34a Castle Street | 111 yd | |
| Yumee | 39 Castle Street | 111 yd | |
| Ollies | 23a Castle Street | 118 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 14 Gwent Shopping Centre | 419 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Gelli Road | 560 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.