Bulwark is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 7AF is located in the Brecon East 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 Bulwark, Brecon, LD3 7AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 7DW, LD3 7LB, LD3 7AG, LD3 7AU, LD3 7AH, LD3 7AA, LD3 7AP, LD3 7AL, LD3 7BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 7AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.5% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 36.1% | 38.3% | 2.2% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.6% | 35% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 15% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 15.4% | 8.3% | -7.1% | 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 | 39.4% | 43.3% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 33.3% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 18.2% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 28.6% | 20% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 11.9% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 16.7% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 29.5% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.8% | 92.6% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 85.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 85.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 7.4% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.7% | 85.7% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 7.4% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 4.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 0.9% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 1.3% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bulwark was 287.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 172.0% higher than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bulwark has the 2nd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 20th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 123.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Bulwark, Brecon, Powys Other, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-12-19 | £267,414 |
| 9 Bulwark, Brecon, Powys Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-12-03 | £417,404 |
LD3 7AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 7AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 207 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 325 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 398 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penmaes Canal Road , Brecon LD3 7HL | - not rated | 591 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 645 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Gaer | Old Museum, Glamorgan Street | 30 yd | |
| Sentimental Care Ltd | Morgannwg House, Nursing Home | 48 yd | |
| Wellington Hotel | The Bulwark, Brecon | 53 yd | |
| Well Pharmacy | 7 The Bulwark, Brecon | 61 yd | |
| Brecon Tap | 6 The Bulwark, The Bulwark | 62 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northcote Conservative Club | 5 St. Marys Street, Brecon | 85 yd | |
| Sarah Siddons Inn | 47 High Street, Brecon | 113 yd | |
| Bar Rorkes | The Wheatsheaf Inn, Wheat Street | 136 yd | |
| Hop In Beer and Gin House | 37 The Watton, Brecon | 217 yd | |
| The Gremlin Hotel | 48 The Watton, Brecon | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Belle Pizza | 1 Church Lane, Brecon | 109 yd | |
| Brecon Charcoal Grill | 44 High Street, Brecon | 113 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 161 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 208 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 169 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 191 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 233 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.