Oak Villas is in Newtown and in Powys district. SY16 1DU is located in the Newtown East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Villas, Newtown, SY16 1DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 1DJ, SY16 1DY, SY16 1NB, SY16 1DP, SY16 1NE, SY16 1DR, SY16 1NA, SY16 1NF, SY16 1NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY16 1DU has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 48% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 34.2% | 38.5% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 38.5% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 14.8% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 3.7% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 39.7% | 43.2% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 42.7% | 37.9% | -4.8% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 14.3% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 21% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 11.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 18.1% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.4% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 16.5% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 20.6% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 8% | 4.5% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95% | 92.5% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 93% | 88.4% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 88.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Villas was 411.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1137.5% higher than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Villas has the 3rd highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 10th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 148.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oak Villas, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-11-12 | £368,031 |
| Y-Bwthyn Kerry Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-01-31 | £243,098 |
| 2 Oak Villas, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-05-08 | £309,173 |
| Y-Bwthyn Kerry Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2017-01-17 | £277,159 |
| Simply The Best The Annexe Kerry Road, Newtown, Powys Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-01-17 | £195,769 |
SY16 1DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treowen C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1NJ | - not rated | 247 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 841 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 867 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Penygloddfa C.P. School School Lane , Newtown SY16 2DF | - not rated | 986 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 1,184 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 Mango | Pool Road, Newtown | 69 yd | |
| Burger King | 1-3 Pool Road, Newtown | 323 yd | |
| Hunky Dory Rest t/a McDonalds | McDonalds Restaurants Ltd, Pool Road | 355 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco, Pool Road | 362 yd | |
| Llys Hafren | Old Kerry Road, Newtown | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| uStrike Ltd | 3rd Floor Agricultural House, Old Kerry Road | 341 yd | |
| Queens Head | Pool Road, Newtown | 355 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses | Canal Road, Newtown | 368 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | Kerry Road, Newtown | 384 yd | |
| Pheasant | 14 Market Street, Newtown | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Pool Road, Newtown | 309 yd | |
| Newtown Kebab House | 12 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 568 yd | |
| Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway | 18 Severn Street, Newtown | 643 yd | |
| Kwai Chin | 15 Market Street, Newtown | 682 yd | |
| China Yummy | 7 Severn Street, Newtown | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Pool Road, Newtown | 309 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Pool Road, Newtown | 726 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores, Pool Road | 768 yd | |
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 805 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.