Pontwilym is in Brecon and in Brecknock district. LD3 9BS is located in the Brecon East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pontwilym, Brecon, LD3 9BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 9BR, LD3 9BT, LD3 9EL, LD3 9ES, LD3 9BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LD3 9BS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% 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 | 55.5% | 55% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 44.5% | 45% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
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 | 21.8% | 20% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 50.7% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 19% | 17.1% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 11.0% |
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 | 42.4% | 42.6% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 39% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 14.8% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.1% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 26.1% | 20.3% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 13.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 12.9% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 38.6% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Other Asian | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 94.1% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
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 | 92.6% | 92.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 4.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 92.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pontwilym was 17.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.3% lower than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pontwilym has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 58th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Pontwilym, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2025-05-14 | £271,962 |
| 66 Pontwilym, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2025-04-08 | £244,106 |
| 86 Pontwilym, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2025-02-20 | £285,923 |
| 64 Pontwilym, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-08-23 | £233,593 |
| 55 Pontwilym, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-12-20 | £316,330 |
LD3 9BS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LD3 9BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 684 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brecon High School Penlan , Brecon LD3 9SR | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol y Bannau Penlan , Aberhonddu LD3 9SR | - not rated | 1,083 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Luncheon Club | St. John's Centre, Pendre | 523 yd | |
| NPTC Campus | Brecon Campus, Coleg Powys | 977 yd | |
| Zeera Indian Restaurant | 103 The Struet, Brecon | 1,045 yd | |
| The Vaults | Queens Head Vaults, Market Street | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Bowling Club | Pavilion, Mill Green | 986 yd | |
| RAFA Club | Concorde House, The Struet | 1,045 yd | |
| George Hotel | Wetherspoon, 1 George Street | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Dogs Coffee Roasting Company Ltd | 104 The Struet, The Struet | 1,061 yd | |
| Sunny Chinese Takeaway | 7 Castle Street, Brecon | 1,066 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 | 58 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.