Brook Place is in Cwm, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 7QZ is located in the Cwm electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brook Place, Cwm, Ebbw Vale, NP23 7QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 7SR, NP23 7RN, NP23 7RW, NP23 7RR, NP23 7QX, NP23 7RB, NP23 7RA, NP23 7TJ, NP23 7SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP23 7QZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.8% | 50% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.7% | 39.4% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 40.6% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 8.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 10.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 39.3% | 32.1% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -16.3% |
| Good health | 33% | 41.5% | 8.5% | 33.6% | 7.9% |
| Fair health | 16% | 17.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
In the area around NP23 7QZ this area, 35.8% 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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49% | 35.8% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 10.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 13.4% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 14.6% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 19.3% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.3% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.7% | 98.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Place was 57.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.4% lower than the Cwm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brook Place has the 9th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cwm and the 62nd lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Brook Place, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-06-28 | £119,252 |
| 6 Brook Place, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2018-10-17 | £166,547 |
| 4 Brook Place, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2017-06-09 | £127,445 |
| 9 Brook Place, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2016-09-27 | £142,041 |
| 15 Brook Place, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2014-12-17 | £84,043 |
NP23 7QZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 350 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 3,251 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 3,794 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,102 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 4,551 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TK`s & Community Group | 2 Falcon Terrace | 194 yd | |
| Cosy Cwtch | Tirzah Baptist Church, 2 Falcon Terrace | 194 yd | |
| Steel House Festival Ltd | Unit 19, Cwm Small Business Centre, Marine Street | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Conservative Club | Conservative Club, Mill Terrace | 41 yd | |
| The Legion | Royal British Legion Club, Canning Street | 121 yd | |
| Riverside Social Club | Riverside Social Club And Institute, Itton Street | 191 yd | |
| Bailey Arms | Bailey Arms, School Terrace | 204 yd | |
| Cwm National Workingmens Club | Cwm Workmens Club, Canning Street | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe's Fish Bar | 47 Marine Street | 188 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.