Pontithel Cottage is in Pontithel, Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 0SA is located in the Gwernyfed 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 Pontithel Cottage, Pontithel, Brecon, LD3 0SA 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 area surrounding LD3 0SA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 47.4% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 49.8% | 52.6% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 | 33.3% | 34.2% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 41.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13% | 13.8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 49.2% | 39.4% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 33.2% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 12% | 20% | 8.0% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22% | 16.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 14.4% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.1% | 22.2% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 22.2% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.7% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.5% | 97.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 97.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pontithel Cottage was 43.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.7% lower than the Bronllys and Felin-fach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pontithel Cottage has the 12th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bronllys and Felin-fach and the 196th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pontithel Cottage, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-25 | £192,646 |
| 2 Pontithel Cottage, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2017-02-24 | £469,187 |
| 3 Pontithel Cottage, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £236,550 | 2007-07-19 | £343,661 |
| 1 Pontithel Cottage, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2003-05-30 | £203,252 |
| 3 Pontithel Cottage, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2002-05-22 | £282,978 |
LD3 0SA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 0SA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwernyfed High School Three Cocks , Brecon LD3 0SG | - not rated | 1,481 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Mynydd Du School Road , LD3 0DQ | - not rated | 3,241 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ty Bronllys Trem-Y-Mynydd , Bronllys LD3 0LU | - not rated | 3,421 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon Griffiths C.I.W. Primary School Llyswen , Brecon LD3 0YB | - not rated | 4,247 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOBREMESA Drinks - Tap Room | Lower Porthamel Farm, Talgarth | 1,055 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 | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 37.5% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.