Lilian Grove is in Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 5LY 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 Lilian Grove, Ebbw Vale, NP23 5LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 5NA, NP23 5TZ, NP23 5UD, NP23 5LX, NP23 5LS, NP23 6HE, NP23 5UE, NP23 5LZ, NP23 5UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP23 5LY is primarily male, with 55.3% of the population 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 | 46.6% | 44.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -6.3% |
| Male | 53.4% | 55.3% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 6.3% |
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 | 40.2% | 39.9% | -0.3% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 44.9% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.4% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.3% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 43.1% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 24.7% | 27.2% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 17% | 17.3% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 8.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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.
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 25.8% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 12.7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 18.9% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 18% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 18.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2.5% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.4% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
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 | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.3% | 37.2% | 24.1% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lilian Grove was 24.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.0% lower than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lilian Grove has the 8th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 16th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Lilian Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2025-03-31 | £67,633 |
| 91 Lilian Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £175,500 | 2023-10-16 | £196,169 |
| 95 Lilian Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £161,500 | 2022-09-30 | £173,107 |
| 90 Lilian Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-06-24 | £99,009 |
| 89 Lilian Grove, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-02-09 | £156,253 |
NP23 5LY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 153 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 1,046 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Beaufort Hill Primary School Beaufort Hill , Ebbw Vale NP23 5QD | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Willowtown Primary School Brynheulog Street , Willowtown NP23 6NJ | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos y Fedwen Primary Honeyfield Road , Rassau NP23 5TA | - not rated | 1,368 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llys Glyncoed Extra Care Scheme | Llys Glyncoed, College Road | 562 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining at Tesco | Tesco Cafe, North West Approach | 566 yd | |
| The Greyhound Inn | Greyhound Inn, Beaufort Rise | 764 yd | |
| Cinnamon Garden | 105 Beaufort Rise | 870 yd | |
| The Welfare | Clubhouse At Eugene Cross Park, Pontygof | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Badminton Pub Ltd | Beaufort Badminton Club, Beaufort Terrace | 400 yd | |
| Willowtown Constitutional Club | 102 Mount Pleasant Road | 874 yd | |
| Scarrets | Scarrets, Greenfield Crescent | 889 yd | |
| Beaufort Bowls Club | Beaufort Rugby Club, School Road | 924 yd | |
| Beaufort RFC | Beaufort Rugby Club, School Road | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet House | 59 Mount Pleasant Road | 942 yd | |
| Rassau Fish Bar | 4 School Road | 961 yd | |
| Deano's | 2 Libanus Road | 1,010 yd | |
| Wok U like | 4 Libanus Road | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, North West Approach | 566 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Superstore, Bryn Serth Road | 815 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 | 41.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.