Hill Top is in Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 6PJ is located in the Ebbw Vale South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hill Top, Ebbw Vale, NP23 6PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 6PH, NP23 6NX, NP23 6QB, NP23 6PA, NP23 6NZ, NP23 6NT, NP23 6PB, NP23 6QA, NP23 6PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 6PJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 6PJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% 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 | 38.3% | 42.2% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 35.1% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 7.6% | 0.3% | 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 | 46.7% | 44.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 28.2% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 3.2% |
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.
In the area around NP23 6PJ this area, 34.6% 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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41% | 34.6% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 12.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.4% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 18.3% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97.9% | 96.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 37.2% | 13.5% | 23.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.1% | 37.2% | 25.9% |
| Christian | 29.5% | 46.2% | -16.7% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Top was 100.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.9% higher than the Cwm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Top has the 13th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cwm and the 114th highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% 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 Hill Top, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-09-16 | £181,032 |
| 6 Hill Top, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2016-10-28 | £238,668 |
| 6 Hill Top, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2013-08-30 | £228,913 |
| 6 Hill Top, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2001-07-13 | £234,532 |
NP23 6PJ 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints R.C. Primary School Heol Yr Ysgol , Ebbw Vale NP23 6QP | - not rated | 375 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Willowtown Primary School Brynheulog Street , Willowtown NP23 6NJ | - not rated | 469 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| River Centre 3-16 Learning Community Pontygof , NP23 5AZ | - not rated | 1,006 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Glyncoed Primary School Badminton Grove , Ebbw Vale NP23 5UL | - not rated | 1,716 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Georgetown C.P. School Oakfield Road , Tredegar NP22 4LJ | - not rated | 1,963 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Lina | 35 Bethcar Street | 608 yd | |
| Westend Cafe | New Theatre (Workmans Hall), Westend Terrace | 613 yd | |
| Sun Valley | 29 Bethcar Street | 650 yd | |
| Cowgirl Burgers | 89 Bethcar Street | 659 yd | |
| Caffe Della Citta | 46 Bethcar Street | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebbw Vale Conservative Club | 40 Bethcar Street | 666 yd | |
| Morgan’s Wine Bar | 62-64 Bethcar Street | 666 yd | |
| Plaza | 68 Bethcar Street | 666 yd | |
| Willowtown Constitutional Club | 102 Mount Pleasant Road | 721 yd | |
| The Picture House | Market Street | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vale Chip Shop | 22-23 Hilltop, Darby Crescent | 160 yd | |
| Flames Kebab | 9 Bethcar Street | 650 yd | |
| Arlos Organics | 13 Bethcar Street | 653 yd | |
| Kim's Kitchen | 60 Bethcar Street | 666 yd | |
| Ebbw Vale Fish Bar | 8 Bethcar Street | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Express | 32 Bethcar Street | 602 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Store Ltd, The Walk | 733 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 1, The Walk | 748 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Store, North West Approach | 1,025 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.