North Avenue is in Tredegar and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP22 3HE is located in the Tredegar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Avenue, Tredegar, NP22 3HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 3EX, NP22 3EU, NP22 3RT, NP22 4AG, NP22 3HF, NP22 3HN, NP22 4AF, NP22 3EZ, NP22 3HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP22 3HE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 NP22 3HE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 41.2% | 43.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 43% | 6.1% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 7% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 36% | 43.8% | 7.8% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 28.4% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 22% | 14.3% | -7.7% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 8.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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.
In the area around NP22 3HE this area, 35.5% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.9% | 35.5% | -17.4% | 18.2% | 17.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 11% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.6% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 20.3% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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% | 95.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 95.6% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.8% | 37.2% | 27.6% |
| Christian | 27.9% | 46.2% | -18.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Avenue was 64.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.2% lower than the Sirhowy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Sirhowy and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 North Avenue, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-02-16 | £133,089 |
| 26 North Avenue, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2022-04-14 | £162,747 |
| 4 North Avenue, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-03-17 | £184,091 |
| 11 North Avenue, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,500 | 2015-09-25 | £139,588 |
| 25 North Avenue, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2014-11-28 | £142,696 |
NP22 3HE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's R.C. Ashvale , NP22 4AQ | - not rated | 163 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanhowy Primary School Coach Bach , Tredegar NP22 4RW | - not rated | 696 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deighton Primary School Stockton Way , Tredegar NP22 3ES | - not rated | 707 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Bach County Primary School Merthyr Road , Tredegar NP22 3RX | - not rated | 994 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tredegar Comprehensive School Stable Lane , Tredegar NP22 4BH | - not rated | 2,466 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dizzy Kidz Play Centre Tredegar LTD | Unit 1-3 Ashvale Industrial Estate, Fair View | 243 yd | |
| The Belle Vue | Belle View Inn, 10 Scwrfa Road | 532 yd | |
| The Railway Tavern | Railway Hotel, Dukestown Road | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashvale Club | The Woodlands Club, Griffiths Gardens | 346 yd | |
| Coach & Horses | Coach And Horses, Charles Street | 393 yd | |
| Dukestown Workingmens Club | Dukestown Workmens Club, Evans Terrace, St Lukes Road | 658 yd | |
| The Oak | Royal Oak Inn, Dukestown Road | 835 yd | |
| Willows Club | Willows Social Club, Church Street | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashvale Supper Bar | 47 Ashvale | 137 yd | |
| Mai Palace | Avalon House, Dukestown Road | 799 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| 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 | 3.3% |
| Median download speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.88 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.