Brecon Heights is in Victoria, Ebbw Vale and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP23 8WP 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 Brecon Heights, Victoria, Ebbw Vale, NP23 8WP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP23 8AS, NP23 8AR, NP23 8BR, NP23 8AX, NP23 8DN, NP23 8AW, NP23 6TW, NP23 8WQ, NP23 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP23 8WP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51% | 49.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP23 8WP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.3% | 24.7% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 62.9% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 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 | 56.3% | 47.4% | -8.9% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 33.8% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 14.9% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 11.8% | 15% | 3.2% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.2% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 34.2% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.8% | 98.4% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brecon Heights was 29.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.4% lower than the Cwm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brecon Heights has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cwm and the 20th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Brecon Heights, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £313,000 | 2025-04-30 | £327,543 |
| 19 Brecon Heights, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £363,750 | 2025-04-30 | £380,652 |
| 45 Brecon Heights, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2024-11-05 | £374,140 |
| 12 Brecon Heights, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-06-14 | £283,537 |
| 29 Brecon Heights, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-05-24 | £340,292 |
NP23 8WP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen-Y-Cwm Special School Strand Annealing Lane , NP23 6AN | - not rated | 1,472 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 1,661 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Georgetown C.P. School Oakfield Road , Tredegar NP22 4LJ | - not rated | 3,015 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| All Saints R.C. Primary School Heol Yr Ysgol , Ebbw Vale NP23 6QP | - not rated | 3,250 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tredegar Comprehensive School Stable Lane , Tredegar NP22 4BH | - not rated | 3,377 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Team Ltd | Trade Team Distribution Depot, Festival Drive | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Hotel | Park Hotel, Station Road | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smiling Valley | 7 Park Place | 499 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 235.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 33.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.