Aberbeeg on the map
Location in Blaenau GwentAberbeeg sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Aberbeeg
Aberbeeg is a small settlement located in the county of Blaenau Gwent, within the historic region of Wales. Situated in the valleys of South Wales, it lies near the River Ebbw and is part of the wider Ebbw Fach valley. The area has a strong industrial heritage, particularly linked to coal mining and ironworks, which shaped the local community over the past two centuries. The village is accessible via the A465 road, connecting it to nearby towns such as Tredegar and Ebbw Vale. The postcode area NP13 covers several communities in the region, including Aberbeeg. While the population is modest, the community maintains a close-knit character, with local amenities including schools, shops, and places of worship. The landscape around Aberbeeg features rolling hills and remnants of former industrial sites, offering a glimpse into the area’s past.
School Ratings in Aberbeeg
Families in Aberbeeg have access to 50 local schools.
House Prices in Aberbeeg
Homes sell for an average of £107K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £91K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aberbeeg
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Aberbeeg, with 18 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Aberbeeg
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Aberbeeg, the nearest being Six Bells Medical Centre (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Aberbeeg
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Property Prices 2,665 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Aberbeeg ONS 2023
The average total household income in Aberbeeg is approximately £37,272 a year before tax, 33% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £29,675. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £29,675.
Businesses in Aberbeeg ONS 2025
There are approximately 366 active businesses based in Aberbeeg, around 20 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 1 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Aberbeeg 142 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Aberbeeg is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Aberbeeg
Of the 8,470 households in and around Aberbeeg, 61% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aberbeeg.