Queen Street is in Nantyglo, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 4LN is located in the Nantyglo electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Queen Street, Nantyglo, Ebbw Vale, NP23 4LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 4PH, NP23 4LL, NP23 4LJ, NP23 4LW, NP23 4PL, NP23 4UU, NP23 4QJ, NP23 4NY, NP23 4PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP23 4LN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 47.8% | 49.7% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 52.2% | 50.3% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 36.6% | 34.1% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 37.4% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 15.4% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 39.4% | 34.9% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -13.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 38.4% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 17.3% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 8% | 5.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 NP23 4LN this area, 30.9% 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.7% | 30.9% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.4% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 15% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 19.9% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 99% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 99.7% | 95.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 95.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.5% | 37.2% | 22.3% |
| Christian | 34% | 46.2% | -12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queen Street was 36.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.3% lower than the Blaina average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Queen Street has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Blaina and the 30th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Queen Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-20 | £158,985 |
| 47 Queen Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £112,700 | 2023-02-06 | £119,451 |
| 56 Queen Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-12-14 | £153,529 |
| 56 Queen Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2020-07-31 | £167,392 |
| 58 Queen Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-09-30 | £156,824 |
NP23 4LN 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 734 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blaen-Y-Cwm C.P. School Blaenafon Road , Brynmawr NP23 4BR | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic - Brynmawr Catholic Road , Brynmawr NP23 4EF | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg Rising Sun Industrial Estate , Blaina NP13 3DQ | - not rated | 2,247 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Garden | 97 King Street | 249 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.21 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.32 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.