Hughes Avenue is in Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 6NP 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 Hughes Avenue, Ebbw Vale, NP23 6NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 6NW, NP23 6NQ, NP23 6NG, NP23 6NJ, NP23 6NN, NP23 6LA, NP23 6JZ, NP23 6LB, NP23 6NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 6NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 50.5% | 2.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.4% | 49.5% | -2.9% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NP23 6NP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.5% | 42.9% | 11.4% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 40.8% | -12.0% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.7% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 4.6% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 37.7% | 49.7% | 12.0% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 33.1% | -8.3% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 2.4% | -4.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 33.5% | 23.5% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 9.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 16.8% | 5.9% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 24.8% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.3% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.9% | 97.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 96.9% | 97.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.7% | 37.2% | 20.5% |
| Christian | 33.9% | 46.2% | -12.3% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hughes Avenue was 98.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.5% lower than the Beaufort average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hughes Avenue has the 34th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Beaufort and the 116th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2A Hughes Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2020-02-21 | £93,214 |
| 3A Hughes Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2017-09-25 | £95,508 |
| 1A Hughes Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2017-01-04 | £152,652 |
| 1A Hughes Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2015-07-17 | £139,839 |
| 3A Hughes Avenue, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2006-07-07 | £116,364 |
NP23 6NP 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowtown Primary School Brynheulog Street , Willowtown NP23 6NJ | - not rated | 222 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 717 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| All Saints R.C. Primary School Heol Yr Ysgol , Ebbw Vale NP23 6QP | - not rated | 750 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyncoed Primary School Badminton Grove , Ebbw Vale NP23 5UL | - not rated | 1,230 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Beaufort Hill Primary School Beaufort Hill , Ebbw Vale NP23 5QD | - not rated | 2,090 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 | 546 yd | |
| Sugar & Crumbs Ebbw Vale | Unit 6, Ebbw Vale Shopping Centre, Market Street | 564 yd | |
| Westend Cafe | New Theatre (Workmans Hall), Westend Terrace | 582 yd | |
| Presso Café Grill | 17 Market Street | 621 yd | |
| Sun Valley | 29 Bethcar Street | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowtown Constitutional Club | 102 Mount Pleasant Road | 265 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Western Terrace | 469 yd | |
| The Picture House | Market Street | 564 yd | |
| Ebbw Vale Ex-Servicemens Institute Ltd | Ebbw Vale Ex-Servicemens Club, Queen Square | 814 yd | |
| Ebbw Vale Conservative Club | 40 Bethcar Street | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet House | 59 Mount Pleasant Road | 303 yd | |
| Vale Chip Shop | 22-23 Hilltop, Darby Crescent | 332 yd | |
| Deano's | 2 Libanus Road | 532 yd | |
| Wok U like | 4 Libanus Road | 532 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | 5 Market Street | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, North West Approach | 546 yd | |
| B & M Express | 32 Bethcar Street | 686 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Store Ltd, The Walk | 897 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 1, The Walk | 922 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.