Postcode Analysis Blaenau Gwent, Wales

FACTORY ROAD, NP23 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FACTORY ROAD, NP23 4DP.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

45

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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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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

NP23 4DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

NP23 4DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Factory Road, 0.1km from Bryn-Mawr in Brynmawr. Administratively it sits within Brynmawr ward and the Blaenau Gwent constituency.

For families considering a move, NP23 4DP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 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 NP23 4DP are sourced from Output Area W00007561 (shared with 34 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 NP23 4DP. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

NP23 4DP has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Criminal damage and arson11
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order9
Shoplifting8

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bella e Buono0.2 km
  • Brynmawr Welfare Bowls Club Ltd0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.6 km
  • Express Diner at Asda0.6 km
  • Smart's Deli0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • Beacon Stores0.8 km
  • Bryn Community Store0.2 km
  • Brynmawr Mini Market0.3 km
  • Chapel Garage Kiosk0.5 km
  • Fresh & Fruity0.2 km
  • + 29 more
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Pub, NightClub

28 nearby
  • Clwb Cymdeithasol Brynmawr0.3 km
  • James of Crickhowell0.1 km
  • Legends0.3 km
  • The Bush Inn0.2 km
  • The Hobby Horse Inn0.1 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • Asda0.6 km
  • Farmfoods0.6 km
  • Farm Foods0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

30 nearby
  • Brynmawr Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Marmaris Pizza & Kebab House0.2 km
  • Munchies Pizzas0.2 km
  • Sue's Bus Stop0.5 km
  • Wongs 34 Ltd0.2 km
  • + 25 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ebbw Vale Town3.0 km
  • Ebbw Vale Parkway4.9 km
  • Rhymney9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Inactive Brynmawr Bus Station0.2 km
  • Brynmawr Bus Station Stand 40.2 km
  • Brynmawr Bus Station Stand 30.2 km
  • Brynmawr Bus Station Stand 20.2 km
  • Brynmawr Bus Station Stand10.2 km