Gasworks Lane is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 7HA 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 Gasworks Lane, Brecon, LD3 7HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 7HE, LD3 7EL, LD3 7HF, LD3 7FE, LD3 7ED, LD3 7HG, LD3 7ET, LD3 7HD, LD3 7HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LD3 7HA 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 Gasworks Lane 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.
Gasworks Lane 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss Cottage Gasworks Lane, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2005-05-25 | £299,483 |
| Swiss Cottage Gasworks Lane, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2002-05-27 | £202,244 |
| 1 Gasworks Lane, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 1996-05-24 | £552,203 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Penmaes Canal Road , Brecon LD3 7HL | - not rated | 275 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 543 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 612 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 640 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfaes C.P. School Bailihelig Road , Llanfaes LD3 8EB | - not rated | 891 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESS Compass Contract Services (UK) | Officers Mess, 160th Infantry Brigade & HQ Wales, The Barracks | 169 yd | |
| Bo Country | 89 The Watton, Brecon | 183 yd | |
| Theatr Brycheiniog Cyf | The Waterfront Pop-up Cafe, Canal Road | 198 yd | |
| Nawr Mewn Munud CBC | Ysgol Penmaes, Canal Road | 213 yd | |
| Brecon and District Mind | St David's House, 48 Free Street | 299 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Rugby Football Club | 63 The Watton, Brecon | 36 yd | |
| The Clarence | The Watton, Brecon | 92 yd | |
| The Bank Bar & Kitchen | The Watton, Brecon | 224 yd | |
| The Gremlin Hotel | 48 The Watton, Brecon | 224 yd | |
| Hop In Beer and Gin House | 37 The Watton, Brecon | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Belle Pizza | 1 Church Lane, Brecon | 557 yd | |
| Brecon Charcoal Grill | 44 High Street, Brecon | 561 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 607 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 638 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 223 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 399 yd | |
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 594 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.