The Bank is in Newtown and in Powys district. SY16 2AB 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 The Bank, Newtown, SY16 2AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 2AA, SY16 2AD, SY16 2LP, SY16 2LW, SY16 2AQ, SY16 2LN, SY16 2LR, SY16 2AN, SY16 1AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY16 2AB 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 | 50.3% | 49% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51% | 1.3% | 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 | 24.5% | 27.8% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.4% | 22.6% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -21.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5% | 5.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 22% | 24.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 15.7% |
| Widowed | 21.4% | 19.5% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 13.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (53.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 12.3% | 25.3% | 13.0% | 48.4% | -23.1% |
| Good health | 35% | 28.1% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 32.5% | 27.4% | -5.1% | 12.7% | 14.7% |
| Bad health | 16.6% | 16.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 12.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around SY16 2AB this area, 39.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.2% | 39.4% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 21.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 15.2% | 4.5% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.4% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 13.6% | 9.2% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 11.4% | -6.2% | 33.8% | -22.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.3% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 92.6% | 89.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 8.1% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 89.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 6% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.7% | 76.7% | -19.0% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 31.5% | 13.5% | 18.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Bank was 556.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 1573.6% higher than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Bank has the 2nd highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 5th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 291.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Rostherne The Bank, Newtown, Powys Other, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-03-27 | £163,554 |
| Bank Cottage The Bank, Newtown, Powys Other, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2022-10-14 | £106,140 |
| Bryn Isel The Bank, Newtown, Powys Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-01-10 | £246,489 |
SY16 2AB 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 SY16 2AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penygloddfa C.P. School School Lane , Newtown SY16 2DF | - not rated | 428 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 436 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 471 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Mary's R.C. (A) School Milford Road , Newtown SY16 2EH | - not rated | 597 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treowen C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1NJ | - not rated | 648 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Granary Restaurant (Powys) Ltd | 17 Parkers Lane, Newtown | 46 yd | |
| Baba Ali | 3 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 59 yd | |
| Parkers Cafe Bar | 1 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 59 yd | |
| The Famous Shop | Famous Shop, Shortbridge Street | 98 yd | |
| 9Thai | 16 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 114 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sportsman Inn | 17 Severn Street, Newtown | 63 yd | |
| The Lion | Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 88 yd | |
| Pheasant | 14 Market Street, Newtown | 115 yd | |
| Castle Vaults | 46 Broad Street, Newtown | 129 yd | |
| Monty Club | 11 Broad Street, Newtown | 168 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Yummy | 7 Severn Street, Newtown | 63 yd | |
| 7 Pizza Parlour | 13 Severn Street, Newtown | 63 yd | |
| Fish King | 9 Severn Street, Newtown | 63 yd | |
| Rambos Flame & Grill | 38 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 88 yd | |
| Newtown Kebab House | 12 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 182 yd | |
| Tesco | Pool Road, Newtown | 648 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Great Britain Ltd, Llanidloes Road | 910 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.