Blaen Cendl is in Beaufort, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 5QP 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 Blaen Cendl, Beaufort, Ebbw Vale, NP23 5QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 5RS, NP23 5QG, NP23 5QJ, NP23 5RP, NP23 5HX, NP23 5RU, NP23 5HU, NP23 5HT, NP23 5RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP23 5QP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 49.7% | 49.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.7% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 5QP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 25% | 26.9% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 58.2% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 5.2% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 9.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 48.7% | 46.1% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 33.9% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 16.8% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.4% | 14.8% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.8% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 10% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14.8% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 36.8% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 3.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.8% | 97.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blaen Cendl was 29.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.3% lower than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blaen Cendl has the 11th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 19th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Blaen Cendl, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-12-19 | £219,315 |
| 7 Blaen Cendl, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2021-04-01 | £294,872 |
| 1 Blaen Cendl, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-09-27 | £288,188 |
| 21 Blaen Cendl, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2019-02-11 | £420,827 |
| 16 Blaen Cendl, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-09-21 | £302,425 |
NP23 5QP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP23 5QP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort Hill Primary School Beaufort Hill , Ebbw Vale NP23 5QD | - not rated | 226 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyncoed Primary School Badminton Grove , Ebbw Vale NP23 5UL | - not rated | 929 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos y Fedwen Primary Honeyfield Road , Rassau NP23 5TA | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg Rising Sun Industrial Estate , Blaina NP13 3DQ | - not rated | 2,196 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Garden | 105 Beaufort Rise | 291 yd | |
| The Greyhound Inn | Greyhound Inn, Beaufort Rise | 480 yd | |
| Garn Boys Snack Shack | Garnlydan Playing Fields | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beaufort Theatre | The Beaufort Theatre & Ballroom, Beaufort Hill | 345 yd | |
| Cendl Inn | Cendl Inn, Beaufort Hill | 476 yd | |
| Scarrets | Scarrets, Greenfield Crescent | 748 yd | |
| The Badminton Pub Ltd | Beaufort Badminton Club, Beaufort Terrace | 779 yd | |
| Beaufort Bowls Club | Beaufort Rugby Club, School Road | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rassau Fish Bar | 4 School Road | 1,060 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 | 60.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.14 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.