Oakfield Drive is in Crickhowell and in Powys district. NP8 1DU is located in the Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower 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 Oakfield Drive, Crickhowell, NP8 1DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP8 1DR, NP8 1DX, NP8 1DB, NP8 1DS, NP8 1DP, NP8 1DG, NP8 1DA, NP8 1BT, NP8 1DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP8 1DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.2% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.8% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP8 1DU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.2% | 24.2% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 54.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 46.3% | 49.1% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 32.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 12.9% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.8% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 18.7% | 15.1% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39% | 42.3% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.1% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 93.4% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 96.6% | 91.3% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 91.3% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakfield Drive was 44.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.4% lower than the Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakfield Drive has the 6th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower and the 205th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oakfield Drive, Crickhowell, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-04-30 | £382,399 |
| 34 Oakfield Drive, Crickhowell, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2025-02-05 | £366,568 |
| 6 Oakfield Drive, Crickhowell, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-03-05 | £308,887 |
| 10 Oakfield Drive, Crickhowell, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2023-11-15 | £323,003 |
| 20 Oakfield Drive, Crickhowell, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-09-01 | £293,984 |
NP8 1DU 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 NP8 1DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 136 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crickhowell C.P. School Crickhowell , NP8 1DH | - not rated | 302 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crickhowell High School New Road , NP8 1AW | - not rated | 439 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanbedr C.I.W. (Aided) School Llanbedr , Crickhowell NP8 1SR | - not rated | 2,785 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Indigo | Brecon Road, Crickhowell | 448 yd | |
| Halo | 48 - 49 Upper House Farm, Standard Street | 543 yd | |
| Yummy Kitchen | 4 Standard Street, Crickhowell | 600 yd | |
| Bookish | 18 High Street, Crickhowell | 610 yd | |
| The Courtroom Coffee Shop | The Courtroom Cafe, Market Hall | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Inn | 10 Llanbedr Road, Crickhowell | 305 yd | |
| The Britannia Inn | 20 High Street, Crickhowell | 619 yd | |
| Treebeards Bar | Shop 2, 54 High St, Crickhowell, Powys | 630 yd | |
| Crickhowell Bowling Club | Bowls Pavilion, Beaufort Street | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet Wok Experience | 1A Beaufort Street, Crickhowell | 667 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 | 61 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.