NP8 1LH is in Hillside, Crickhowell and Powys district. NP8 1LH is located in the Llangattock and Llangynidr 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 Hillside, Crickhowell, NP8 1LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP8 1LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.9% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 1LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.8% 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 | 23.1% | 17.3% | -5.8% | 37.9% | -20.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 63.8% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 19.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 5.8% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 10.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.4% | 52.9% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 32.4% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.3% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 7% | 0.5% | -6.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 51.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 15.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.7% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 8.1% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13.2% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.8% | 51.3% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 17.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96% | 95.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 92.3% | 92.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 4% | 0.8% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 92.1% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around NP8 1LH was 34.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.4% lower than the Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
NP8 1LH has the 9th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Crickhowell with Cwmdu and Tretower and the 139th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fedw, Crickhowell, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £790,000 | 2024-11-27 | £813,629 |
| The Fedw, Crickhowell, Powys Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-11-28 | £180,181 |
| Sycamore Barn, Crickhowell, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2017-04-13 | £346,257 |
NP8 1LH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
NP8 1LH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP8 1LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crickhowell High School New Road , NP8 1AW | - not rated | 2,713 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Crickhowell C.P. School Crickhowell , NP8 1DH | - not rated | 2,888 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gilwern C.P. School Cae Meldon , Gilwern NP7 0AY | - not rated | 3,695 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmawr Foundation School Rhydw, Intermediate Road , Brymawr NP23 4XT | - not rated | 4,570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's C in W Voluntary Aided School Intermediate Road , Brynmawr NP23 4SE | - not rated | 4,901 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.