Kings Arms Cottages is in Trefil, Tredegar and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP22 4ES is located in the Sirhowy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kings Arms Cottages, Trefil, Tredegar, NP22 4ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP22 4HG, NP22 4ET, NP22 4EX, NP22 4HA, NP22 4HE, NP22 4EU, NP22 4HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP22 4ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50% | 49.1% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 35.1% | 34% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 46.4% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 8.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 9.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 46.2% | 50% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 29.8% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 15.4% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 22.7% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 16.5% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.7% | 8.2% | -3.5% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 26.8% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.1% | 95.2% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.2% | 96.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 1% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Arms Cottages was 182.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.5% higher than the Sirhowy average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kings Arms Cottages has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Sirhowy and the 49th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Kings Arms Cottages, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2024-08-14 | £216,541 |
| 3 Kings Arms Cottages, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-04-15 | £152,632 |
| 2 Kings Arms Cottages, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-09-28 | £157,704 |
| 2 Kings Arms Cottages, Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 1996-11-04 | £158,182 |
NP22 4ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 41 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Bach County Primary School Merthyr Road , Tredegar NP22 3RX | - not rated | 2,728 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Ashvale , NP22 4AQ | - not rated | 3,109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanhowy Primary School Coach Bach , Tredegar NP22 4RW | - not rated | 3,744 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Deighton Primary School Stockton Way , Tredegar NP22 3ES | - not rated | 3,931 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos y Fedwen Primary Honeyfield Road , Rassau NP23 5TA | - not rated | 4,280 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top House | Tafarn Ty Uchaf, Trefil Road | 297 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.