High Street is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 7AH 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 High Street, Brecon, LD3 7AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 7AG, LD3 7AL, LD3 7AP, LD3 7HY, LD3 7JP, LD3 7BA, LD3 7AF, LD3 7AA, LD3 7LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 7AH 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 High Street 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.
High Street 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 High Street, Brecon, Powys Other, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2018-11-27 | £456,458 |
LD3 7AH 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 7AH 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 | 253 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 256 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 345 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 566 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penmaes Canal Road , Brecon LD3 7HL | - not rated | 668 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tad Cod | 1 High Street, Brecon | 22 yd | |
| Coffee#1 | 3 High Street, Brecon | 27 yd | |
| Coffee Box | 7 Lion Street, Brecon | 35 yd | |
| Country Kitchen | Pegasus Lane, Brecon | 43 yd | |
| W H Smith Ltd | 2-3 Bethel Square, Brecon | 49 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Siddons Inn | 47 High Street, Brecon | 68 yd | |
| Northcote Conservative Club | 5 St. Marys Street, Brecon | 77 yd | |
| Bar Rorkes | The Wheatsheaf Inn, Wheat Street | 112 yd | |
| George Hotel | Wetherspoon, 1 George Street | 176 yd | |
| The Foundry | Bell Lane, Brecon | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Charcoal Grill | 44 High Street, Brecon | 68 yd | |
| La Belle Pizza | 1 Church Lane, Brecon | 78 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 104 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 132 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 132 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 90 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 185 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 304 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.