Postcode Analysis Blaenau Gwent, Wales

NP22 3BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NP22 3BH.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 34,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NP22 3BH spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NP22 3BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Cefn Golau in Tredegar. Administratively it sits within Tredegar ward and the Blaenau Gwent constituency.

For families considering a move, NP22 3BH represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 NP22 3BH are sourced from Output Area W00007731 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NP22 3BH. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

NP22 3BH has low crime rates — 20 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.

Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime1
Burglary1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • A.J. Local Stores (Premier)0.9 km
  • A.J. Local Stores (Premier)0.9 km
  • Nelson Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Swyddfa Bost Cefn Golau0.6 km
  • Cefn Golau Post Office0.6 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Blaina Bowls Club Ltd1.0 km
  • Canolfan Gerddoriaeth Orffews Tredegar0.8 km
  • Fir Tree1.0 km
  • Mark Williams Snooker Club0.8 km
  • Blaina Bowls Club Ltd1.0 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Kidz R Us0.8 km
  • The Cabin Snack Bar1.0 km
  • Tredegar Sports Centre0.6 km
  • Kidz R Us0.8 km
  • The Cabin Snack Bar1.0 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Happy Gathering0.7 km
  • Jai's Pizza0.8 km
  • Happy Gathering0.7 km
  • Jai's Pizza0.8 km
  • Best Kebab & Pizza1.0 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pontlottyn2.8 km
  • Rhymney2.9 km
  • Ebbw Vale Town3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Cefn Golau Cemetery0.1 km
  • Cefn Golau Cemetery0.1 km
  • Park Hill0.2 km
  • Park Hill0.2 km
  • Attlee Way South0.4 km