Badminton Grove is in Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 5LL is located in the Beaufort electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Badminton Grove, Ebbw Vale, NP23 5LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 5LZ, NP23 5NG, NP23 5NH, NP23 5NB, NP23 5TY, NP23 5LX, NP23 5TX, NP23 5LN, NP23 6HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 5LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48% | 49% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 5LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 28.6% | 29.5% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 54.5% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.7% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 46.5% | 49% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 30.6% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.7% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 15.9% | 14.1% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 17.9% | 1.6% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 35.7% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 97.6% | 98.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Badminton Grove was 21.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.2% lower than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Badminton Grove has the 5th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 13th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Badminton Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2025-07-25 | £260,965 |
| 4 Badminton Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-01-15 | £352,091 |
| Greylands Bungalow Badminton Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-11-25 | £295,097 |
| 2 Badminton Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-08-05 | £259,200 |
| 11 Badminton Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-12-03 | £328,675 |
NP23 5LL 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glyncoed Primary School Badminton Grove , Ebbw Vale NP23 5UL | - not rated | 326 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 816 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Willowtown Primary School Brynheulog Street , Willowtown NP23 6NJ | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Beaufort Hill Primary School Beaufort Hill , Ebbw Vale NP23 5QD | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos y Fedwen Primary Honeyfield Road , Rassau NP23 5TA | - not rated | 1,620 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Family Dining at Tesco | Tesco Cafe, North West Approach | 561 yd | |
| Newtown Community Centre (Youth Centre) | 2 Tre Newydd | 764 yd | |
| The Welfare | Clubhouse At Eugene Cross Park, Pontygof | 780 yd | |
| Llys Glyncoed Extra Care Scheme | Llys Glyncoed, College Road | 816 yd | |
| The Greyhound Inn | Greyhound Inn, Beaufort Rise | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Badminton Pub Ltd | Beaufort Badminton Club, Beaufort Terrace | 399 yd | |
| Willowtown Constitutional Club | 102 Mount Pleasant Road | 747 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Western Terrace | 752 yd | |
| The Picture House | Market Street | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet House | 59 Mount Pleasant Road | 790 yd | |
| Deano's | 2 Libanus Road | 808 yd | |
| Wok U like | 4 Libanus Road | 808 yd | |
| Mogsy Belle | 9-10 Market Square | 972 yd | |
| Doniya Indian Takeaway | 6 Market Square | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, North West Approach | 561 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Superstore, Bryn Serth Road | 1,071 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 | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.