Park Close is in Newtown and in Montgomeryshire district. SY16 1EL is located in the Newtown Central and South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Close, Newtown, SY16 1EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 1EP, SY16 1LW, SY16 1EA, SY16 1EB, SY16 1ED, SY16 1JD, SY16 1AT, SY16 1ER, SY16 1EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY16 1EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.2% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 28% | -12.1% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.7% | 39.1% | 9.4% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.1% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 19.4% | 20.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 14.7% |
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 | 29% | 34.2% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 38.4% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 27.8% | 23.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.2% | 27.7% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 5.3% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 15.5% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 17.5% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 24.3% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 2.2% | 4.4% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.2% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 98% | 92.9% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 93.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Close was 304.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.8% higher than the Newtown Central and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Newtown Central and South and the 16th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 130.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Park Close, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-01-12 | £202,582 |
| 3 Park Close, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2018-12-20 | £235,038 |
| 4 Park Close, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2016-10-31 | £239,834 |
| 6 Park Close, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2014-06-06 | £253,846 |
| 5 Park Close, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2013-02-20 | £263,526 |
SY16 1EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SY16 1EL 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 | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 201 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 234 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 359 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. (A) School Milford Road , Newtown SY16 2EH | - not rated | 553 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cedewain Maesyrhandir , Newtown SY16 1LH | - not rated | 671 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wynnstay (Agricultural Supplies) Ltd | Llanidloes Road, Newtown | 255 yd | |
| La Terrazza | 32 Park Street, Newtown | 257 yd | |
| Lloyd's Pharmacy | 27 Park Street, Newtown | 257 yd | |
| W H Smith Ltd | High Street, Newtown | 520 yd | |
| Greggs | 25 High Street, Newtown | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown AFC Ltd | Newtown Football Club, Latham Park | 241 yd | |
| Football Club Refreshment Hut | Newtown Football Club, Latham Park | 241 yd | |
| Buck Inn | 19 High Street, Newtown | 520 yd | |
| Pheasant | 14 Market Street, Newtown | 541 yd | |
| The Lion | Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway | 18 Severn Street, Newtown | 506 yd | |
| Fortune Court | 18 High Street, Newtown | 512 yd | |
| Kwai Chin | 15 Market Street, Newtown | 541 yd | |
| Rambos Flame & Grill | 38 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 578 yd | |
| Garth Owen Fish & Chip Shop | 4 Garth Owen, Newtown | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Great Britain Ltd, Llanidloes Road | 255 yd | |
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 689 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.