Coryton Close is in Brecon and in Powys district. LD3 9HW 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 Coryton Close, Brecon, LD3 9HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD3 9HL, LD3 9HN, LD3 9EG, LD3 9HP, LD3 9HT, LD3 9HJ, LD3 9HH, LD3 9HG, LD3 9EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD3 9HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 50.3% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 45.9% | 49.7% | 3.8% | 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 | 39.1% | 41.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.4% | 37.5% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 11.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| 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 | 44.5% | 44.4% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 37% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 13.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 19.9% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 9.8% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 15.5% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8.2% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 22.3% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 21.8% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 3.9% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.8% | 94.1% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 95.8% | 91.4% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.7% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 91.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 7.2% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coryton Close was 80.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.6% lower than the Brecon East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coryton Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brecon East and the 119th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Coryton Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-09-05 | £190,000 |
| 24 Coryton Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-07-01 | £189,064 |
| 13 Coryton Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-04-14 | £200,275 |
| 2 Coryton Close, Brecon, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-08-09 | £186,680 |
| 26 Coryton Close, Brecon, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-06-08 | £222,151 |
LD3 9HW 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 | 139 |
| Part-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 457 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Junior Brecon , LD3 7LU | - not rated | 682 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mount Street C.P. Infants Rhosferig Road , Brecon LD3 7NG | - not rated | 788 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ College Brecon , LD3 8AF | - not rated | 879 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brecon High School Penlan , Brecon LD3 9SR | - not rated | 1,059 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 | 189 yd | |
| The Vaults | Queens Head Vaults, Market Street | 570 yd | |
| Zeera Indian Restaurant | 103 The Struet, Brecon | 571 yd | |
| Little Italy | Bell Lane, Brecon | 629 yd | |
| The Lounge Bar | 21A High Street, Brecon | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Bowling Club | Pavilion, Mill Green | 336 yd | |
| RAFA Club | Concorde House, The Struet | 571 yd | |
| George Hotel | Wetherspoon, 1 George Street | 603 yd | |
| The Foundry | Bell Lane, Brecon | 605 yd | |
| Bar Rorkes | The Wheatsheaf Inn, Wheat Street | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Chinese Takeaway | 7 Castle Street, Brecon | 574 yd | |
| Two Dogs Coffee Roasting Company Ltd | 104 The Struet, The Struet | 584 yd | |
| Silver Fishbar Brecon | 23 High Street, Brecon | 639 yd | |
| New Dragon Chinese Takeaway | 22 High Street, Brecon | 639 yd | |
| Flowers By Becca Jane | 34 High Street, Brecon | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Pioneer | Lion Street, Brecon | 683 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets ltd, Free Street | 890 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Rich Way, The Watton | 1,075 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.