Crosscombe Terrace is in Cwm, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 7SP 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 Crosscombe Terrace, Cwm, Ebbw Vale, NP23 7SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 7SS, NP23 7ST, NP23 7SD, NP23 7SW, NP23 7SN, NP23 7TH, NP23 7SR, NP23 7SE, NP23 7SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP23 7SP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.9% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 41.5% | 41.5% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 36.1% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 10.2% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 9.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 47.9% | 34.3% | -13.6% | 48.4% | -14.1% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 40% | 13.6% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 18.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 21.5% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 12.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16.1% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.5% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 19% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 97.7% | 96.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 29.1% | 13.5% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crosscombe Terrace was 59.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.5% lower than the Cwm average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Crosscombe Terrace has the 10th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cwm and the 68th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Crosscombe Terrace, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-04-28 | £169,481 |
| 6 Crosscombe Terrace, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-10-21 | £111,971 |
| 21 Crosscombe Terrace, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-11-26 | £103,306 |
| 16 Crosscombe Terrace, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £134,995 | 2021-10-08 | £163,119 |
| 16 Crosscombe Terrace, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2020-12-21 | £103,709 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 525 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 3,423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 3,864 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,161 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed -y- Garn Primary School Parrot Row , NP13 3AH | - not rated | 4,662 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 | 145 yd | |
| Cosy Cwtch | Tirzah Baptist Church, 2 Falcon Terrace | 145 yd | |
| Steel House Festival Ltd | Unit 19, Cwm Small Business Centre, Marine Street | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Conservative Club | Conservative Club, Mill Terrace | 139 yd | |
| Cwm Comrades Club & Institute | 86 Marine Street | 190 yd | |
| The Legion | Royal British Legion Club, Canning Street | 279 yd | |
| Riverside Social Club | Riverside Social Club And Institute, Itton Street | 338 yd | |
| Bailey Arms | Bailey Arms, School Terrace | 356 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe's Fish Bar | 47 Marine Street | 59 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 | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.