Defynnog Road is in Sennybridge, Brecon and in Brecknock district. LD3 8RT is located in the Maescar and Llywel 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 Defynnog Road, Sennybridge, Brecon, LD3 8RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 8RU, LD3 8RS, LD3 8RY, LD3 8PP, LD3 8PW, LD3 8PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 8RT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.7% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47% | 49.3% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LD3 8RT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.7% | 28.1% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 51.9% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 41.3% | 42.5% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 36.1% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 17% | 16.9% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 24.1% | 21% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 7% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 11.8% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.2% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 35.5% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.2% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 97.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Defynnog Road was 116.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% higher than the Brecon West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Defynnog Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Brecon West and the 75th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penygraig Defynnog Road, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-11-01 | £200,189 |
| 9 Coed Bach Defynnog Road, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2022-09-23 | £197,558 |
| Eirianfa Defynnog Road, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2020-08-03 | £244,026 |
| Vaynor Defynnog Road, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2019-08-09 | £243,375 |
| 11 Coed Bach Defynnog Road, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2019-07-19 | £214,079 |
LD3 8RT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LD3 8RT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennybridge C.P. School Sennybridge , Brecon LD3 8RS | - not rated | 1,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cafe Sennybridge and | Livestock Market, Sennybridge | 468 yd | |
| Glanusk Service Station (Cafe) | Sennybridge, Brecon | 474 yd | |
| Building 64 | Rank & File Dining Room & Kitchen - B64, Sennybridge Training Camp | 744 yd | |
| Annex Mess No 2-Building 152 | Sennybridge Army Camp, Sennybridge | 744 yd | |
| Rations Store | Building 110, Sennybridge Training Camp, Sennybridge | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Usk & Railway Inn | Sennybridge, Brecon | 246 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Sennybridge, Brecon | 302 yd | |
| Abercamlais Arms | Sennybridge, Brecon | 302 yd | |
| Tanners Arms | Defynnog, Brecon | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Stables Fish and Chip Shop | The Old Stables, Castell Du | 466 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 | 4.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 4.0% |
| 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 | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.