Council Street is in Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 6JS is located in the Ebbw Vale North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Council Street, Ebbw Vale, NP23 6JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 6JT, NP23 6LB, NP23 6LA, NP23 6JN, NP23 6JP, NP23 6JW, NP23 6NG, NP23 6NQ, NP23 6JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NP23 6JS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 52.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 46.6% | 47.4% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 39.3% | 40% | 0.7% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 32% | -9.8% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 15.1% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 45.6% | 35.9% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 38.9% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 24.9% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 12.4% | -8.9% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 22.2% | 5.9% | 13.4% | 8.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.4% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 14.7% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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% | 96.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.9% | 37.2% | 24.7% |
| Christian | 31% | 46.2% | -15.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Council Street was 43.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.6% lower than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Council Street has the 16th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 35th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Council Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-10-16 | £100,000 |
| 9 Council Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2019-08-23 | £103,954 |
| 29 Council Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2018-01-02 | £85,574 |
| 39 Council Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2016-12-16 | £102,689 |
| 39 Council Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £77,995 | 2016-12-02 | £133,487 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowtown Primary School Brynheulog Street , Willowtown NP23 6NJ | - not rated | 349 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 718 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| All Saints R.C. Primary School Heol Yr Ysgol , Ebbw Vale NP23 6QP | - not rated | 888 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyncoed Primary School Badminton Grove , Ebbw Vale NP23 5UL | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Beaufort Hill Primary School Beaufort Hill , Ebbw Vale NP23 5QD | - not rated | 1,939 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 | 373 yd | |
| Sugar & Crumbs Ebbw Vale | Unit 6, Ebbw Vale Shopping Centre, Market Street | 641 yd | |
| The Welfare | Clubhouse At Eugene Cross Park, Pontygof | 660 yd | |
| Westend Cafe | New Theatre (Workmans Hall), Westend Terrace | 699 yd | |
| Presso Café Grill | 17 Market Street | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowtown Constitutional Club | 102 Mount Pleasant Road | 202 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Western Terrace | 459 yd | |
| The Picture House | Market Street | 641 yd | |
| Ebbw Vale Ex-Servicemens Institute Ltd | Ebbw Vale Ex-Servicemens Club, Queen Square | 914 yd | |
| Ebbw Vale Conservative Club | 40 Bethcar Street | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet House | 59 Mount Pleasant Road | 296 yd | |
| Vale Chip Shop | 22-23 Hilltop, Darby Crescent | 498 yd | |
| Deano's | 2 Libanus Road | 541 yd | |
| Wok U like | 4 Libanus Road | 541 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 5 Market Street | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, North West Approach | 373 yd | |
| B & M Express | 32 Bethcar Street | 821 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Store Ltd, The Walk | 1,038 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 1, The Walk | 1,064 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 | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.