Newry Road is in Builth Wells and in Powys district. LD2 3DQ is located in the Llanafanfawr with Garth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newry Road, Builth Wells, LD2 3DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD2 3DQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.2% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.8% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LD2 3DQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 24.5% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 59.7% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 3.2% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 11.1% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.7% | 50.9% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 35.8% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 9.9% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2.8% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 18.4% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 8.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 10.2% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 14.1% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 31.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 97.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 97.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 97.5% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newry Road was 16.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.8% lower than the Builth average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Newry Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Builth and the 55th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awelon Newry Road, Builth Wells, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2015-07-09 | £257,866 |
| Awelon Newry Road, Builth Wells, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2013-07-26 | £262,273 |
| High Meadows Newry Road, Builth Wells, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2001-03-01 | £432,173 |
LD2 3DQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 25% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LD2 3DQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Self-Employed | 65 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 30 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Builth Wells C.P. School Hospital Road , Builth Wells LD2 3GA | - not rated | 842 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon Cymru College Road , LD2 3BW | - not rated | 968 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Llanelwedd C.I.W. School Llanelwedd , Builth Wells LD2 3TY | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cwtch Cafe | 6 Broad Street, Builth Wells | 586 yd | |
| Beautifully Bonkers | 24 High Street, Builth Wells | 596 yd | |
| Boots | 11 High Street, Builth Wells | 596 yd | |
| Indian Ocean Limited T/A Ginger Leaf | 17 High Street, Builth Wells | 596 yd | |
| Georgie Porgies Coffee Stop | Beautifully Bonkers, 21 High Street | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fountain Inn | 7 Broad Street, Builth Wells | 586 yd | |
| White Horse Hotel | 13 High Street, Builth Wells | 596 yd | |
| Builth Wells Rugby Football Club Ltd | 2 Market Street, Builth Wells | 607 yd | |
| Wyeside Arts Centre | Castle Street, Builth Wells | 614 yd | |
| White Hart | 19 High Street, Builth Wells | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Kitchen | 8 High Street, Builth Wells | 596 yd | |
| Heavenly Hampers | Eco Chic Interiors, Strand Street | 660 yd | |
| Builth Wells Burger King | Burger King (Uk) Ltd, Station Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 10/12 Brecon Road, Builth Wells | 535 yd | |
| Asda Express Builth Wells | Shop, Station Road | 958 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 38.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.