Itton Street is in Cwm, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 7RP 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 Itton Street, Cwm, Ebbw Vale, NP23 7RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 7RW, NP23 7RL, NP23 7RN, NP23 7RB, NP23 7RA, NP23 7RJ, NP23 7RH, NP23 7QZ, NP23 7TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 7RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 7RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 31.8% | 43.5% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 38.7% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 38.5% | 44.2% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.9% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 14.2% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 8.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 25.6% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 12.5% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 17.6% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.5% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 18.3% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 97.5% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 99.7% | 97.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 97.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Itton Street was 113.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.3% higher than the Cwm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Itton Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cwm and the 103rd highest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Itton Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2023-11-17 | £40,406 |
| 7 Itton Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-06-28 | £137,513 |
| 16 Itton Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2020-09-25 | £105,860 |
| 18 Itton Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2016-06-06 | £87,291 |
| 16 Itton Street, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2015-11-12 | £137,120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 246 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 3,151 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 3,872 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,191 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 4,576 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 | 385 yd | |
| Cosy Cwtch | Tirzah Baptist Church, 2 Falcon Terrace | 385 yd | |
| Steel House Festival Ltd | Unit 19, Cwm Small Business Centre, Marine Street | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Social Club | Riverside Social Club And Institute, Itton Street | 1 yd | |
| The Legion | Royal British Legion Club, Canning Street | 70 yd | |
| Cwm National Workingmens Club | Cwm Workmens Club, Canning Street | 174 yd | |
| Cwm Conservative Club | Conservative Club, Mill Terrace | 208 yd | |
| Bailey Arms | Bailey Arms, School Terrace | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe's Fish Bar | 47 Marine Street | 322 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 | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.