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NP23 8XE
Festival Drive, Ebbw Vale
Blaenau GwentBlaenau Gwent - Blaenau Gwent
NP23 8XE is a sparse rural neighbourhood, Popular with a mid-age/family-friendly neighbourhood with mainly smaller homes and flats, with reliable transport options, and is a place where crime is more noticeable. This postcode is where shopping is easy and accessible, where residents may need to travel for specialist care, and an area where employment rates fluctuate.
Ebbw Vale
Key Stats
Households
199
Male: N/a, Female: N/a
Household Income
£34,900
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Postcode Sector
Newport
Population
People
Population Density
People/km2
Average Income
Per household
Affordability
10 / 10
Crime & Safety
0 / 10
Amenities
6 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about NP23 8XE?
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Where is NP23 8XE?
Approximate address:
Festival Drive, Ebbw Vale
The postcode NP23 8XE is located in the Blaenau Gwent area, part of the Blaenau Gwent - Blaenau Gwent district, and classed as a Rural: Hamlets and Isolated Dwellings area.
NP23 8XE is a postcode within a very small settlement with standalone homes scattered across sparsely populated rural areas, characterised by a high degree of seclusion, extensive natural landscapes, and a quiet, intimate community life.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (W01001460) and OA (W00007623) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.
Location
Blaenau Gwent
Coordinates
51.763654, -3.202897
Easting/Northing
317082, 0207904
Grid Ref
SO170079
Parliamentary Constituency
Blaenau Gwent
Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Population Density
195 km²
Coordinates
51.763654, -3.202897
Easting/Northing
317082, 0207904
Grid Ref
SO170079
Parliamentary Constituency
Blaenau Gwent
Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Population Density
195 km²
Area Codes
Output area: W00007623
OA Code
W00007623
LSOA Code
W01001460
MSOA Code
W02000320
Ward
W05001263
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
W99999999
Rural/Urban Code
F1 - Rural: Hamlets and Isolated Dwellings
OA Code
W00007623
LSOA Code
W01001460
MSOA Code
W02000320
Ward
W05001263
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
W99999999
Rural/Urban Code
F1 - Rural: Hamlets and Isolated Dwellings
Demographics
Who lives in the NP23 8XE neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
An AB Social Grade score of 4/10 indicates a balanced community, with a growing presence of residents in higher managerial or professional occupations.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
An Education Score of 3/10 reflects a modest proportion of residents with higher educational qualifications, within a community with varied educational backgrounds.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
A Credit Status Score of 1/10 indicates a postcode with poor credit health, where financial struggles and higher risks of default are prevalent within the community.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Find out more about the people who live in NP23 8XE from Census 2021 data.
Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the NP23 8XE neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
A top score of 10/10 indicates exceptional affordability in NP23 8XE, where property prices are very low compared to household incomes, making homeownership easily attainable for nearly all residents.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renting in NP23 8XE is relatively affordable, as rental prices are fairly in line with what households earn, offering a reasonable cost of living.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Yields in NP23 8XE are significantly low, offering little in the way of profitable returns after accounting for property prices and upkeep.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the NP23 8XE postcode?
Transport Score
NP23 8XE offers excellent transport links, with multiple bus stops, train stations nearby, and ample parking, making it convenient for regular travellers.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting distances are fairly average, with many residents travelling moderate distances to work, though local job opportunities are available for some.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
This area sees relatively low car availability, with a significant portion of households managing without a car, perhaps due to proximity to public transport or urban conveniences.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the NP23 8XE postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
Awaiting data and analysis
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
Many in the NP23 8XE postcode have low levels of education, typically achieving no more than Level 1 qualifications, suggesting limited formal education.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Childcare options are extremely limited in NP23 8XE, with no nearby services available for families in need of childminders or preschools.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
Very few further education establishments are nearby, with limited access to colleges or universities, making local opportunities scarce for young adults.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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