Dark Lane is in Rhayader and in Powys district. LD6 5DB is located in the Rhayader 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 Dark Lane, Rhayader, LD6 5DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD6 5EH, LD6 5DH, LD6 5EL, LD6 5EF, LD6 5NN, LD6 5EG, LD6 5LS, LD6 5DR, LD6 5ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LD6 5DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 56.5% | 52.8% | -3.7% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 43.5% | 47.2% | 3.7% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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% | 27.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 49.5% | 6.1% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6.1% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 23.4% | 15.1% | -8.3% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.5% | 40.8% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 29.5% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 21.9% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 7.2% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 12.1% | 0.6% | -11.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41% | 23.1% | -17.9% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 9.3% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 19.2% | 13.3% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 25.6% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.3% | 96.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 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 | 97% | 96.3% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 36.8% | 13.5% | 23.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 15.6% | 6.0% | 9.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dark Lane was 180.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 465.0% higher than the Disserth and Trecoed with Newbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dark Lane has the highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Disserth and Trecoed with Newbridge and the 37th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.2%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossfield House Dark Lane, Rhayader, Powys Other, an established residential building | £3,500,000 | 2018-08-09 | £4,245,134 |
| Llwynderw Dark Lane, Rhayader, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2016-03-24 | £334,382 |
| Bryn Derwen Dark Lane, Rhayader, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2015-11-09 | £268,312 |
| Braeside Dark Lane, Rhayader, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-09-16 | £170,928 |
| Oaktree Cottage Dark Lane, Rhayader, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2014-01-20 | £343,293 |
LD6 5DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 LD6 5DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhayader C.I.W. School Bryntirion , Rhayader LD6 5LT | - not rated | 383 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Filling Station (Shop) | East Street, Rhayader | 288 yd | |
| Welsh Royal Crystal Ltd | 6 Brynberth Industrial Est, Rhayader | 432 yd | |
| The Black Lion | North Street, Rhayader | 465 yd | |
| Friends of Rhayader Luncheon Club | Leisure Centre, North Street | 465 yd | |
| Rhayader FoodBank (The Arches) | The Arches, West Street | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | East Street, Rhayader | 351 yd | |
| Freedom Leisure | Rhayader Leisure Centre, North Street | 422 yd | |
| Castle Hotel Rhayader | The Castle, East Street | 443 yd | |
| The Lamb and Flag Inn | North Street, Rhayader | 494 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | North Street, Rhayader | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evans Plaice | Halton Fish Restaurant, North Street | 465 yd | |
| Wings Chinese Take Away | Paris House, North Street | 494 yd | |
| Turkish Delight | West Street, Rhayader | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | East Street, Rhayader | 418 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
| Median download speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.