Heol Y Nant is in Newtown and in Montgomeryshire district. SY16 1QZ is located in the Newtown Central and South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Y Nant, Newtown, SY16 1QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 1LP, SY16 1RA, SY16 1QX, SY16 4HT, SY16 1RG, SY16 1QT, SY16 4HX, SY16 1HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY16 1QZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 49.8% | 49.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SY16 1QZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.4% | 45% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 32.7% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 19.4% | 15% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.2% | 43.4% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 39.1% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 13.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 21.5% | 23.2% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23% | 9.9% | -13.1% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 27.7% | 23.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 10.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 14.8% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 23.2% | 15.3% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.7% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 98.7% | 93.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 6.1% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 93.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 6.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% |
| No passport held | 32.3% | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.3% | 37.2% | 29.1% |
| Christian | 26.5% | 46.2% | -19.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Y Nant was 100.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.6% lower than the Newtown Central and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Y Nant has the 6th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Newtown Central and South and the 87th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 231 Heol Y Nant, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-03-28 | £144,862 |
| 232 Heol Y Nant, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-04-26 | £162,881 |
| 231 Heol Y Nant, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-06-24 | £159,413 |
| 226 Heol Y Nant, Newtown, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-11-30 | £82,513 |
| 200 Heol Y Nant, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2021-09-06 | £142,620 |
SY16 1QZ 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 student residents living in SY16 1QZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maesyrhandir C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1LQ | - not rated | 773 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cedewain Maesyrhandir , Newtown SY16 1LH | - not rated | 1,104 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. (A) School Milford Road , Newtown SY16 2EH | - not rated | 1,568 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultivate | Pendinas, Llanidloes Road | 161 yd | |
| Dementia Matter in Powys | Newtown Meeting Centre, Newtown Evangelical Church | 271 yd | |
| NBS Cafe | G T Evans, Dulas MIll | 641 yd | |
| Maldwyn Leisure Centre | Plantation Lane, Newtown | 884 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 | 77.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.6% |
| 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.