Chapel Street is in Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 4EU is located in the Brynmawr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Street, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale, NP23 4EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 4EP, NP23 4EZ, NP23 4ET, NP23 4EW, NP23 4EX, NP23 4AH, NP23 4AS, NP23 4EY, NP23 4JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 4EU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 NP23 4EU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.3% 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 | 37.7% | 48.3% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 26.1% | -15.0% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 16.5% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 41.6% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 34.2% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.3% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 30.7% | 26% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.4% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16.5% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 25.5% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 94.1% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.4% | 37.2% | 18.2% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 115.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.1% higher than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 28th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 102nd highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Chapel Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2022-09-16 | £99,684 |
| 3 Mountain View Chapel Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-07-07 | £103,239 |
| 14 Chapel Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2019-07-31 | £159,436 |
| 15 Chapel Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2018-02-16 | £118,636 |
| 9C Chapel Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2016-10-12 | £66,676 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg Rising Sun Industrial Estate , Blaina NP13 3DQ | - not rated | 257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic - Brynmawr Catholic Road , Brynmawr NP23 4EF | - not rated | 558 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaen-Y-Cwm C.P. School Blaenafon Road , Brynmawr NP23 4BR | - not rated | 647 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's C in W Voluntary Aided School Intermediate Road , Brynmawr NP23 4SE | - not rated | 889 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmawr Foundation School Rhydw, Intermediate Road , Brymawr NP23 4XT | - not rated | 1,214 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brynmawr Welfare Bowls Club Ltd | Warwick Road | 128 yd | |
| Ground House | 25 Beaufort Street | 193 yd | |
| Smart's Deli | 57 Beaufort Street | 222 yd | |
| Homestead Cafe | 86 Bailey Street | 274 yd | |
| Bella e Buono | Unit 3 & 4, King Street Retail Park | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William IV | 41 Glamorgan Street | 148 yd | |
| KT's Wine Bar | 103 King Street | 155 yd | |
| Wine Vaults | Wine Vaults, 22 Beaufort Street | 192 yd | |
| Cymro Inn | Cymro Inn, Bailey Street | 199 yd | |
| Legends | 1 Beaufort Street | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | 34 Beaufort Street | 193 yd | |
| Waffle Land | 30 Beaufort Street | 193 yd | |
| Wongs 34 Ltd | 34 Bailey Street | 199 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 32 Bailey Street | 199 yd | |
| Golden City | 54 Beaufort Street | 226 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Farm Foods, Lakeside Retail Park | 378 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Lakeside Retail Park | 378 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 | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 65.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 120.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 120.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.