Brynithel on the map
Location in Blaenau GwentBrynithel sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Brynithel
Brynithel is a small settlement located in the county of Blaenau Gwent, within the historic region of Wales. Situated in the South Wales Valleys, it lies to the north of the town of Abertillery and is part of the wider Ebbw Valley area. The community is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached houses built during the 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting the area’s industrial heritage. The landscape is hilly, with views of the surrounding valleys and hills, and the area is served by local roads connecting it to nearby towns. The postcode area NP13 covers Brynithel and surrounding villages, and the community remains an important part of the local social and economic fabric.
School Ratings in Brynithel
There are 54 schools in and around Brynithel.
House Prices in Brynithel
The average property price is £107K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £91K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brynithel
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Brynithel, with 18 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Healthcare in Brynithel
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Brynithel, the nearest being Six Bells Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Brynithel
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Property Prices 2,665 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Brynithel ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brynithel 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 Brynithel ONS 2025
There are approximately 366 active businesses based in Brynithel, 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 Brynithel 142 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Brynithel sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
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 Brynithel
Of the 8,470 households in and around Brynithel, 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 Brynithel.