The Paddocks is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 8DJ is located in the Brecon West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Paddocks, Brecon, LD3 8DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 8DR, LD3 8DW, LD3 8DP, LD3 8DN, LD3 8LJ, LD3 8DE, LD3 8DL, LD3 8DG, LD3 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LD3 8DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 55.3% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 49.9% | 44.7% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 34.3% | 33.1% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 39.4% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 11.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 13.6% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 | 56.9% | 49.3% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 27.5% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 14.1% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 8.5% | 5.4% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 23.4% | 26.5% | 3.1% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.3% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 9.9% | -10.0% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 19.5% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 29.5% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 96.6% | 93.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Paddocks was 36.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.7% lower than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Paddocks has the 6th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 150th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Paddocks, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-03-13 | £234,589 |
| 5 The Paddocks, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2014-01-31 | £270,675 |
| 4 The Paddocks, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2013-08-08 | £247,358 |
| 4 The Paddocks, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2011-10-11 | £285,115 |
| 4 The Paddocks, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2007-06-19 | £249,428 |
LD3 8DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanfaes C.P. School Bailihelig Road , Llanfaes LD3 8EB | - not rated | 586 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 955 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 1,354 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penmaes Canal Road , Brecon LD3 7HL | - not rated | 1,373 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 1,461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Service Station | (Shop), Church Street | 413 yd | |
| Brecon Market Cafe | Warren Road, Brecon | 697 yd | |
| Bridge Cafe B&B | 7 Bridge Street, Brecon | 801 yd | |
| Little Italy | Bell Lane, Brecon | 1,029 yd | |
| Bentley & Co Home Interiors & Cafe | 15 Ship Street, Brecon | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Horseshoes Inn | 47/48 Orchard Street, Llanfaes | 552 yd | |
| Brecon Bowling Club | Pavilion, Mill Green | 894 yd | |
| Bar Rorkes | The Wheatsheaf Inn, Wheat Street | 1,050 yd | |
| The Foundry | Bell Lane, Brecon | 1,063 yd | |
| Northcote Conservative Club | 5 St. Marys Street, Brecon | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Fish Bar | 22 Orchard Street, Llanfaes | 647 yd | |
| La Belle Pizza | 1 Church Lane, Brecon | 1,083 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Warren Road, Brecon | 728 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.