Victoria Place is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 9BH 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 Victoria Place, Brecon, LD3 9BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 9BW, LD3 9BG, LD3 9BN, LD3 9BB, LD3 9AU, LD3 9BD, LD3 9LB, LD3 9AP, LD3 9BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 9BH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.7% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48% | 48.3% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 32.3% | 28.3% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 47.1% | 11.2% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 12.6% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 9.9% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 45.9% | 37.4% | -8.5% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 44.1% | 11.8% | 33.6% | 10.5% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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% | 15.2% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 4.7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 19.4% | 6.1% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 8.9% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 17.3% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.8% | 34% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.1% | 100% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.1% | 92.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 92.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Place was 120.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.8% higher than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Victoria Place has the 6th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 70th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.4%.
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 Victoria Place, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2012-08-01 | £213,728 |
| 1 Victoria Place, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2008-03-20 | £156,173 |
| 1 Victoria Place, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £76,250 | 2004-10-20 | £136,170 |
| 1 Victoria Place, Brecon, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2002-05-15 | £143,016 |
LD3 9BH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 9BH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LD3 9BH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 505 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 523 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 641 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfaes C.P. School Bailihelig Road , Llanfaes LD3 8EB | - not rated | 774 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vaults | Queens Head Vaults, Market Street | 274 yd | |
| Bridge Cafe B&B | 7 Bridge Street, Brecon | 299 yd | |
| Little Italy | Bell Lane, Brecon | 302 yd | |
| Zeera Indian Restaurant | 103 The Struet, Brecon | 317 yd | |
| Bentley & Co Home Interiors & Cafe | 15 Ship Street, Brecon | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Bowling Club | Pavilion, Mill Green | 154 yd | |
| The Foundry | Bell Lane, Brecon | 294 yd | |
| RAFA Club | Concorde House, The Struet | 317 yd | |
| George Hotel | Wetherspoon, 1 George Street | 352 yd | |
| Bar Rorkes | The Wheatsheaf Inn, Wheat Street | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Chinese Takeaway | 7 Castle Street, Brecon | 300 yd | |
| Two Dogs Coffee Roasting Company Ltd | 104 The Struet, The Struet | 323 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 361 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 361 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 403 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 639 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 765 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.