Dolfach is in Newtown and in Montgomeryshire district. SY16 1LL is located in the Newtown Central and South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dolfach, Newtown, SY16 1LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 1HF, SY16 1HZ, SY16 1PR, SY16 1JZ, SY16 1LB, SY16 1HG, SY16 1LD, SY16 1LA, SY16 1HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY16 1LL has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 27.4% | 40.9% | 13.5% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 36.3% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 12.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 11% | 8.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 43% | 39.1% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 39.5% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 17.4% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 7% | 3.2% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 24.1% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.2% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 23.1% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 9.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 16.7% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 19% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 7.6% | 2.3% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 95.8% | 98% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 98.4% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dolfach was 94.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.4% lower than the Newtown Central and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dolfach has the 4th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Newtown Central and South and the 98th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Dolfach, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-01-13 | £164,366 |
| 24 Dolfach, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-09-20 | £167,867 |
| 5 Dolfach, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-06-21 | £166,874 |
| 24 Dolfach, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-11-11 | £168,878 |
| 23 Dolfach, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2021-12-10 | £169,154 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Cedewain Maesyrhandir , Newtown SY16 1LH | - not rated | 418 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesyrhandir C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1LQ | - not rated | 427 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 646 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 944 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 976 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maldwyn Leisure Centre | Plantation Lane, Newtown | 348 yd | |
| Wynnstay (Agricultural Supplies) Ltd | Llanidloes Road, Newtown | 508 yd | |
| Dementia Matter in Powys | Newtown Meeting Centre, Newtown Evangelical Church | 514 yd | |
| Cultivate | Pendinas, Llanidloes Road | 747 yd | |
| La Terrazza | 32 Park Street, Newtown | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown AFC Ltd | Newtown Football Club, Latham Park | 681 yd | |
| Football Club Refreshment Hut | Newtown Football Club, Latham Park | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garth Owen Fish & Chip Shop | 4 Garth Owen, Newtown | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Great Britain Ltd, Llanidloes Road | 508 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.