Hendidley Close is in Newtown and in Powys district. SY16 2AH is located in the Newtown West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 2003-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hendidley Close, Newtown, SY16 2AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 2AL, SY16 3HD, SY16 2BN, SY16 3AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY16 2AH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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% | 49.4% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.6% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 31.6% | 38.9% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 45.2% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.4% | 51.7% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 35.1% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 9.7% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 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 | 16.1% | 10.8% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 7.1% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 19.7% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 20.1% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 33.5% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.2% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 95.9% | 95% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hendidley Close was 45.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% higher than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hendidley Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 211th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Hendidley Close, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2024-11-25 | £200,676 |
| 5 Hendidley Close, Newtown, Powys Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-15 | £188,907 |
| 7 Hendidley Close, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-05-21 | £221,183 |
| 3 Hendidley Close, Newtown, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2006-01-20 | £230,563 |
| 7 Hendidley Close, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2004-04-16 | £248,365 |
SY16 2AH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's R.C. (A) School Milford Road , Newtown SY16 2EH | - not rated | 613 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 971 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 984 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 1,066 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 |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wynnstay (Agricultural Supplies) Ltd | Llanidloes Road, Newtown | 827 yd | |
| Newtown Community Cafe | Newtown Methodist Church, Back Lane | 952 yd | |
| Severn Park Cafe | Back Lane, Newtown | 952 yd | |
| La Terrazza | 32 Park Street, Newtown | 996 yd | |
| Lloyd's Pharmacy | 27 Park Street, Newtown | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown AFC Ltd | Newtown Football Club, Latham Park | 603 yd | |
| Football Club Refreshment Hut | Newtown Football Club, Latham Park | 603 yd | |
| Cedewain Masonic Lodge | Milford Road, Newtown | 871 yd | |
| Buck Inn | 19 High Street, Newtown | 1,003 yd | |
| The Steam Mill | Regent Centre, Broad Street | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune Court | 18 High Street, Newtown | 998 yd | |
| Silver Fish | 19 Broad Street, Newtown | 1,025 yd | |
| Crescent Fish and Chip Shop | 41 Crescent Street, Newtown | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Great Britain Ltd, Llanidloes Road | 827 yd | |
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 1,087 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.