Emlyn Avenue is in Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 5TZ 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 Emlyn Avenue, Ebbw Vale, NP23 5TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 5LY, NP23 6HE, NP23 5UD, NP23 5NA, NP23 5LZ, NP23 5TY, NP23 5UE, NP23 6JD, NP23 5UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 5TZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 50.4% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49.6% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 38.9% | 39.2% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 41% | 2.5% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 12.8% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36% | 43.9% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 34.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 20% | 13.3% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 5% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 5TZ this area, 30.1% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 30.1% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 10.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.2% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 19% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.8% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 99.3% | 96.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 96.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.5% | 37.2% | 21.3% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Emlyn Avenue was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.6% higher than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Emlyn Avenue has the 27th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 99th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 38.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Emlyn Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-04 | £199,726 |
| 95 Emlyn Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-09-23 | £139,343 |
| 121 Emlyn Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-09-30 | £206,348 |
| 93 Emlyn Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-01-18 | £166,596 |
| 111 Emlyn Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-08-11 | £224,043 |
NP23 5TZ 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glyncoed Primary School Badminton Grove , Ebbw Vale NP23 5UL | - not rated | 237 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Willowtown Primary School Brynheulog Street , Willowtown NP23 6NJ | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Beaufort Hill Primary School Beaufort Hill , Ebbw Vale NP23 5QD | - not rated | 1,147 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos y Fedwen Primary Honeyfield Road , Rassau NP23 5TA | - not rated | 1,377 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 | 486 yd | |
| Llys Glyncoed Extra Care Scheme | Llys Glyncoed, College Road | 540 yd | |
| The Greyhound Inn | Greyhound Inn, Beaufort Rise | 828 yd | |
| Cinnamon Garden | 105 Beaufort Rise | 944 yd | |
| The Welfare | Clubhouse At Eugene Cross Park, Pontygof | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Badminton Pub Ltd | Beaufort Badminton Club, Beaufort Terrace | 487 yd | |
| Willowtown Constitutional Club | 102 Mount Pleasant Road | 815 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Western Terrace | 904 yd | |
| Scarrets | Scarrets, Greenfield Crescent | 928 yd | |
| Beaufort Bowls Club | Beaufort Rugby Club, School Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet House | 59 Mount Pleasant Road | 890 yd | |
| Rassau Fish Bar | 4 School Road | 972 yd | |
| Deano's | 2 Libanus Road | 977 yd | |
| Wok U like | 4 Libanus Road | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, North West Approach | 486 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Superstore, Bryn Serth Road | 799 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 | 36.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.