Pendre is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 9HG is located in the Brecon West 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 Pendre, Brecon, LD3 9HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 9HN, LD3 9EF, LD3 9EB, LD3 9HE, LD3 9HH, LD3 9HF, LD3 9DW, LD3 9DR, LD3 9EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 9HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 51% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 45.1% | 49% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 26.9% | 37.5% | 10.6% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 37.1% | -11.5% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 16.5% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 5.2% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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% | 52.1% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 31.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 11.1% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 13.9% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 45.8% | 10.8% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 13.9% | 6.1% | -7.8% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 80.2% | 90.3% | 10.1% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 87.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 87.8% | 5.5% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.9% | 7.2% | -6.7% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.1% | 87.5% | 5.4% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 7.8% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0.6% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 4.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 3.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pendre was 78.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.0% lower than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pendre has the 13th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 127th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerways Pendre, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-12-11 | £306,509 |
| Shangri-La Pendre, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2013-10-11 | £341,811 |
| Roselea Pendre, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1998-09-15 | £281,362 |
LD3 9HG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 9HG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Other | 17 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory C.I.W. School Pendre Close , Brecon LD3 9EU | - not rated | 339 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 527 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 637 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 746 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brecon High School Penlan , Brecon LD3 9SR | - not rated | 941 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 | 194 yd | |
| Zeera Indian Restaurant | 103 The Struet, Brecon | 417 yd | |
| The Vaults | Queens Head Vaults, Market Street | 422 yd | |
| Little Italy | Bell Lane, Brecon | 487 yd | |
| The Lounge Bar | 21A High Street, Brecon | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Bowling Club | Pavilion, Mill Green | 304 yd | |
| RAFA Club | Concorde House, The Struet | 417 yd | |
| George Hotel | Wetherspoon, 1 George Street | 449 yd | |
| The Foundry | Bell Lane, Brecon | 459 yd | |
| Sarah Siddons Inn | 47 High Street, Brecon | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Chinese Takeaway | 7 Castle Street, Brecon | 422 yd | |
| Two Dogs Coffee Roasting Company Ltd | 104 The Struet, The Struet | 431 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 487 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 487 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 530 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 734 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 923 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.