Newgate Street is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 8ED is located in the Brecon West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newgate Street, Brecon, LD3 8ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 8EG, LD3 8DW, LD3 8LJ, LD3 8DN, LD3 8DJ, LD3 8DR, LD3 8DE, LD3 8DP, LD3 8DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LD3 8ED has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.6% | 50% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LD3 8ED, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.6% | 45.1% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 32.3% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.3% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 13.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 51.9% | 50% | -1.9% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 27.1% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 16.9% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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% | 14.5% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.1% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 16.6% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 9.4% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20% | 20.9% | 0.9% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 29.4% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.3% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 92% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.2% | 5.4% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 95.7% | 96.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 96.1% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.4% | 37.2% | 14.2% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newgate Street was 196.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.6% higher than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newgate Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 33rd highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 12 Cwrt Tarrell Newgate Street, Brecon, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 1997-03-04 | £122,582 |
| Flat 6 Cwrt Tarrell Newgate Street, Brecon, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £37,000 | 1996-03-29 | £158,322 |
| Flat 18 Cwrt Tarrell Newgate Street, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £33,000 | 1996-03-29 | £173,041 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 754 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 1,483 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penmaes Canal Road , Brecon LD3 7HL | - not rated | 1,541 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 1,561 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 Market Cafe | Warren Road, Brecon | 554 yd | |
| West End Service Station | (Shop), Church Street | 561 yd | |
| Bridge Cafe B&B | 7 Bridge Street, Brecon | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Horseshoes Inn | 47/48 Orchard Street, Llanfaes | 694 yd | |
| Brecon Bowling Club | Pavilion, Mill Green | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Fish Bar | 22 Orchard Street, Llanfaes | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Warren Road, Brecon | 579 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 | 66.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.