NP13 1AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Princess Street, 0.1km from Pant-y-Pwdyn in Abertillery. Administratively it sits within Abertillery and Six Bells ward and the Blaenau Gwent constituency.
For families considering a move, NP13 1AS represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £76k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 19.0% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NP13 1AS are sourced from Output Area W00007504 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRINCESS STREET, NP13 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCESS STREET, NP13 1AS.
281
43
£ 34,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NP13 1AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NP13 1AS is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 19.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP13 1AS. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 68,000
28 sales · Mean £ 71,969
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NP13 1AS has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Canolfan Chwaraeon Abertyleri1.0 km
- Bear Grills0.3 km
- Caffi Amgueddfa Abertyleri 0.3 km
- Sandra's Coffee Shop0.4 km
- Abertillery & District Museum Cafe0.3 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- Abertillery Town Cricket Club1.0 km
- Abertillery Mini Market0.3 km
- Boots - Fferyllfa0.4 km
- Foundry BargainStore Ltd0.5 km
- M & J Veg0.4 km
- + 39 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Tranquil Welsh Mountain Gem0.6 km
- Tranquil Welsh Mountain Gem0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Ex Home Guard Officers Club0.1 km
- Somerset Hotel0.3 km
- The Corner Club0.2 km
- The Dolls House0.5 km
- The Pontlottyn0.3 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland0.3 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Abertillery Fish Bar0.3 km
- Anatolia0.4 km
- Church Street Fish Bar0.4 km
- Five Star Fish Bar0.5 km
- Ho Ho Take Away0.3 km
- + 25 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanhilleth3.1 km
- Ebbw Vale Parkway5.5 km
- Newbridge7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Abertillery Police Stn Q0.1 km
- Abertillery Police Station0.1 km
- Queen Street Schools0.2 km
- Bywater Row Q0.2 km
- TA Centre Abertillery0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NP131AS · Data under Open Government Licence