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Location in Blaenau GwentBedwellty Pits sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bedwellty Pits
Bedwellty Pits is located in the county of Blaenau Gwent, within the historic region of Wales. The site is part of the former coal mining landscape that once played a significant role in the industrial development of the area. The pits are situated in a valley, with the surrounding terrain shaped by decades of mining activity. The area is accessible via local roads and is within the NP22 postcode region. While the pits themselves are no longer operational, remnants of the mining infrastructure remain, offering insight into the region’s industrial past. The site is not open to the public for general visitation, but it holds historical interest for those studying the coal industry in South Wales. The landscape reflects the transformation of the area from an industrial hub to a more residential and recreational environment.
School Ratings in Bedwellty Pits
There are 41 schools in and around Bedwellty Pits.
House Prices in Bedwellty Pits
The average property price is £136K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £102K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bedwellty Pits
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bedwellty Pits, with 70 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Healthcare in Bedwellty Pits
There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Bedwellty Pits, the nearest being Health Centre (1.6 miles away).
Local Data for Bedwellty Pits
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Property Prices 2,341 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Bedwellty Pits ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bedwellty Pits is approximately £37,127 a year before tax, 33% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £28,686. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £28,686.
Businesses in Bedwellty Pits ONS 2025
There are approximately 446 active businesses based in Bedwellty Pits, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Bedwellty Pits 301 crimes · May 2026
Bedwellty Pits sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
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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Home Ownership in Bedwellty Pits
Of the 9,783 households in and around Bedwellty Pits, 59% are owned, 28% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bedwellty Pits.