Brook Street is in Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 4HH 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 Brook Street, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale, NP23 4HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 4TW, NP23 4HE, NP23 4HL, NP23 4ST, NP23 4HD, NP23 4TN, NP23 4HP, NP23 4SZ, NP23 4TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 4HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP23 4HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.2% | 29.8% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 53.1% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 44.4% | 41.5% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 32% | 34.6% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 17.3% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 5.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 24.6% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 7.5% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 25.4% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 96% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Street was 136.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% higher than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brook Street has the 23rd highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 81st highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eryl Brook Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £378,000 | 2025-03-14 | £390,437 |
| Deryn Dale Brook Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-10-23 | £203,649 |
| 6 Brook Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £145,950 | 2016-05-04 | £255,845 |
| 7 Brook Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2014-12-19 | £442,655 |
| Eryl Brook Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2011-10-21 | £278,701 |
NP23 4HH 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 541 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic - Brynmawr Catholic Road , Brynmawr NP23 4EF | - not rated | 882 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaen-Y-Cwm C.P. School Blaenafon Road , Brynmawr NP23 4BR | - not rated | 928 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 | 1,143 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmawr Foundation School Rhydw, Intermediate Road , Brymawr NP23 4XT | - not rated | 1,449 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 | 398 yd | |
| Smart's Deli | 57 Beaufort Street | 482 yd | |
| Express Diner at Asda | Asda, Lakeside Retail Park | 482 yd | |
| Ground House | 25 Beaufort Street | 518 yd | |
| Bella e Buono | Unit 3 & 4, King Street Retail Park | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KT's Wine Bar | 103 King Street | 271 yd | |
| King William IV | 41 Glamorgan Street | 479 yd | |
| Legends | 1 Beaufort Street | 482 yd | |
| The Willow Tree | Willow Tree, Lakeside Retail Park | 482 yd | |
| Brynmawr Social Club | 61 Beaufort Street | 510 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shane's fish Bar | 83-84 King Street | 467 yd | |
| Panku | Asda, Lakeside Retail Park | 482 yd | |
| Golden City | 54 Beaufort Street | 518 yd | |
| Marmaris Pizza & Kebab House | 10 Beaufort Street | 518 yd | |
| Conti Fish Bar | 52 Beaufort Street | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Farm Foods, Lakeside Retail Park | 482 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Lakeside Retail Park | 482 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% |
| Median download speed | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.