Free Street is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 7BN 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 Free Street, Brecon, LD3 7BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 7BL, LD3 7BG, LD3 7EF, LD3 7EG, LD3 7ES, LD3 7AU, LD3 7ER, LD3 7LB, LD3 7DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LD3 7BN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 52.7% | 49.6% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50.4% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 27.2% | 31.1% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 47.6% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 14.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 3.8% | -7.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 57.1% | 53.7% | -3.4% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 30.3% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 13.1% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 14.3% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 7.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 11% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 19% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 43.8% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 10.0% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.6% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 91.9% | 92.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 92.3% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0.8% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Free Street was 121.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.7% higher than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Free Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 68th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Free Street, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-11-15 | £187,066 |
| 42 Free Street, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-11-12 | £260,047 |
| 42 Free Street, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-11-06 | £247,761 |
| 40 Free Street, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2011-04-08 | £240,682 |
| 45 Free Street, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2008-05-01 | £258,664 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 356 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 357 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 381 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penmaes Canal Road , Brecon LD3 7HL | - not rated | 505 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 706 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon and District Mind | St David's House, 48 Free Street | 17 yd | |
| Brecon Tap | 6 The Bulwark, The Bulwark | 151 yd | |
| Well Pharmacy | 7 The Bulwark, Brecon | 151 yd | |
| Wellington Hotel | The Bulwark, Brecon | 153 yd | |
| Country Kitchen | Pegasus Lane, Brecon | 198 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markets Tavern | 36 Free Street, Brecon | 40 yd | |
| The Gremlin Hotel | 48 The Watton, Brecon | 96 yd | |
| The Bank Bar & Kitchen | The Watton, Brecon | 97 yd | |
| Hop In Beer and Gin House | 37 The Watton, Brecon | 107 yd | |
| The Clarence | The Watton, Brecon | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Charcoal Grill | 44 High Street, Brecon | 304 yd | |
| La Belle Pizza | 1 Church Lane, Brecon | 306 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 345 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 361 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 115 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 153 yd | |
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 317 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.