River View Close is in Boughrood, Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 0YZ is located in the Glasbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 2013-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about River View Close, Boughrood, Brecon, LD3 0YZ 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 0YZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 55.3% | 49.1% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 44.7% | 50.9% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 LD3 0YZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 22.3% | 22.2% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 60.5% | 6.0% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 7.4% | -5.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 7.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 44% | 45% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 37.1% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 12% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 22.3% | 17.1% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 5.3% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 17.1% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 16.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 38% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 95.2% | 98.3% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 98.3% | 3.8% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around River View Close was 7.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.5% lower than the Bronllys and Felin-fach average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
River View Close has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bronllys and Felin-fach and the 11th 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 -37.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 River View Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-06-03 | £242,617 |
| 9 River View Close, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2023-12-21 | £329,813 |
| 2 River View Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2021-02-18 | £229,757 |
| 4 River View Close, Brecon, Powys Detached, a newly built property | £298,000 | 2020-06-10 | £399,784 |
| 12 River View Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-02-28 | £273,008 |
LD3 0YZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 0YZ 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archdeacon Griffiths C.I.W. Primary School Llyswen , Brecon LD3 0YB | - not rated | 455 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Bronllys Trem-Y-Mynydd , Bronllys LD3 0LU | - not rated | 3,997 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwernyfed High School Three Cocks , Brecon LD3 0SG | - not rated | 5,444 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge End Inn | Llyswen, Brecon | 482 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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.61 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.