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Location in Blaenau GwentBlaenau-Gwent sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blaenau-Gwent
Blaenau-Gwent is a county borough located in the south-east of Wales, within the historic county of Monmouthshire. It lies in the valleys of the Usk and Ebbw rivers, with a landscape shaped by its industrial past, particularly coal mining and ironworking. The area is known for its rolling hills and valleys, with communities such as Abertillery, Brynmawr, and Tredegar forming the heart of the region. The town of Pontypool, though technically in Torfaen, is closely linked to Blaenau-Gwent due to its proximity and shared history. The region has undergone significant regeneration since the decline of heavy industry, with efforts to promote tourism and cultural heritage. The Blaenau Gwent Heritage Centre in Tredegar offers insights into the area’s industrial legacy. The postcode area NP13 covers much of the borough, including its main towns and surrounding villages.
School Ratings in Blaenau-Gwent
Families in Blaenau-Gwent have access to 40 local schools.
House Prices in Blaenau-Gwent
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 Blaenau-Gwent
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Blaenau-Gwent, with 18 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Blaenau-Gwent
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Blaenau-Gwent, the nearest being Cwm Calon (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Blaenau-Gwent
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Property Prices 2,665 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Blaenau-Gwent ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blaenau-Gwent 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 Blaenau-Gwent ONS 2025
There are approximately 366 active businesses based in Blaenau-Gwent, 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 Blaenau-Gwent 142 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Blaenau-Gwent 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
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Blaenau-Gwent
Of the 8,470 households in and around Blaenau-Gwent, 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 Blaenau-Gwent.