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About Abertillery/Abertyleri
Abertillery, known in Welsh as Abertyleri, is a town located in the county of Blaenau Gwent in south-east Wales. Situated in the Ebbw Fach valley, the town lies within the historic boundaries of Monmouthshire and is part of the wider South Wales Valleys region. It is easily accessible via the A465 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Pontypool and Tredegar. The town has a strong industrial heritage, particularly in coal mining and ironworking, which shaped its development during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, Abertillery remains a close-knit community with a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The surrounding landscape offers views of the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. The postcode area NP13 covers the town and its immediate surroundings.
School Ratings in Abertillery/Abertyleri
Abertillery/Abertyleri is served by 40 schools.
House Prices in Abertillery/Abertyleri
Property prices average £107K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £91K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Abertillery/Abertyleri
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Abertillery/Abertyleri, with 18 incidents logged in May 2026.
Healthcare in Abertillery/Abertyleri
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Abertillery/Abertyleri, the nearest being Cwm Calon (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Abertillery/Abertyleri
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Property Prices 2,665 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Abertillery/Abertyleri ONS 2023
The average total household income in Abertillery/Abertyleri 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 Abertillery/Abertyleri ONS 2025
There are approximately 366 active businesses based in Abertillery/Abertyleri, 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 Abertillery/Abertyleri 142 crimes · May 2026
Abertillery/Abertyleri experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Abertillery/Abertyleri
Of the 8,470 households in and around Abertillery/Abertyleri, 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 Abertillery/Abertyleri.