Church Street is in Talgarth, Brecon and in Brecknock district. LD3 0BG is located in the Talgarth 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 Church Street, Talgarth, Brecon, LD3 0BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 0BL, LD3 0BE, LD3 0BN, LD3 0DE, LD3 0DG, LD3 0BD, LD3 0AG, LD3 0BH, LD3 0BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 0BG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.4% | 38.8% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.8% | 36.1% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 7.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 17.9% | 16% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.6% | 37.1% | -12.5% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 37.9% | 10.5% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 18% | 18.3% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 6.7% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 25.8% | 20.5% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 5.9% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 16% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.3% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 15.5% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.8% | 32% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.7% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.8% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 92.5% | 95% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 95% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.1% | 13.5% | 13.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street was 33.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.5% lower than the Bronllys and Felin-fach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bronllys and Felin-fach and the 137th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryncelyn Church Street, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-08-23 | £221,250 |
| Bryneglwys Church Street, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2016-01-12 | £314,201 |
| Bryneglwys Church Street, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2006-08-09 | £325,960 |
| Bryneglwys Church Street, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1996-05-29 | £210,396 |
| Rosendaal Church Street, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £27,000 | 1995-10-27 | £135,393 |
LD3 0BG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
LD3 0BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LD3 0BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol y Mynydd Du School Road , LD3 0DQ | - not rated | 68 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ty Bronllys Trem-Y-Mynydd , Bronllys LD3 0LU | - not rated | 2,723 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwernyfed High School Three Cocks , Brecon LD3 0SG | - not rated | 4,401 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parry's Ice-Cream Parlour | Coronation House, The Square | 207 yd | |
| Cafe @ The Mill | Talgarth Mill, The Square | 207 yd | |
| Under the Bridge Restaurant | Bridge End Inn, Bell Street | 222 yd | |
| LA Catering-The Bridge | at Bridge End Hotel, Bell Street | 233 yd | |
| Piccadilly Caterers | The Strand Cafe, Regent Street | 243 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge End Hotel | Bell Street, Talgarth | 222 yd | |
| Castle Hotel | Bronllys Road, Talgarth | 368 yd | |
| Gwernyfed RFC Limited | Gwernyfed R F C, Trefecca Road | 659 yd | |
| The New Gurkha Inn | Bronllys Road, Talgarth | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun City Takeaway | London House, The Square | 176 yd | |
| Castle Fish Bar | Bronllys Road, Talgarth | 368 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.