Lower Canal Road is in Newtown and in Powys district. SY16 2AP is located in the Newtown North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Canal Road, Newtown, SY16 2AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 2HU, SY16 2HT, SY16 2HY, SY16 2AW, SY16 2JD, SY16 2HG, SY16 2AR, SY16 2HZ, SY16 2JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY16 2AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 54.4% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 46.6% | 45.6% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 27.3% | 35.3% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 27.7% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 23.1% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 14.0% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 10.4% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 (63.4%) 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 | 30.6% | 36.6% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 28% | 26.8% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 27.5% | 21.1% | -6.4% | 12.7% | 8.4% |
| Bad health | 11.9% | 10.8% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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.
In the area around SY16 2AP this area, 31.2% 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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.2% | 31.2% | -16.0% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 11% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.9% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.8% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 14.5% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 19.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.9% | 98.4% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 93.3% | 95.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 95.4% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 31.4% | 13.5% | 17.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Canal Road was 155.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 366.8% higher than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lower Canal Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 42nd highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vidella Lower Canal Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £241,000 | 2023-10-25 | £238,892 |
| Fairway Lower Canal Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-04-30 | £233,494 |
| Vidella Lower Canal Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-03-06 | £264,349 |
| Glendale Lower Canal Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £47,500 | 1996-10-04 | £213,436 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SY16 2AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treowen C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1NJ | - not rated | 526 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygloddfa C.P. School School Lane , Newtown SY16 2DF | - not rated | 597 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 704 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 737 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Mary's R.C. (A) School Milford Road , Newtown SY16 2EH | - not rated | 918 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunky Dory Rest t/a McDonalds | McDonalds Restaurants Ltd, Pool Road | 255 yd | |
| 9Thai | 16 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 316 yd | |
| Burger King | 1-3 Pool Road, Newtown | 324 yd | |
| Red Mango | Pool Road, Newtown | 328 yd | |
| Llys Hafren | Old Kerry Road, Newtown | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waggon and Horses | Canal Road, Newtown | 161 yd | |
| Queens Head | Pool Road, Newtown | 255 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | Kerry Road, Newtown | 310 yd | |
| uStrike Ltd | 3rd Floor Agricultural House, Old Kerry Road | 337 yd | |
| The Sportsman Inn | 17 Severn Street, Newtown | 378 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Pool Road, Newtown | 322 yd | |
| Newtown Kebab House | 12 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 329 yd | |
| China Yummy | 7 Severn Street, Newtown | 378 yd | |
| 7 Pizza Parlour | 13 Severn Street, Newtown | 378 yd | |
| Fish King | 9 Severn Street, Newtown | 378 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Pool Road, Newtown | 322 yd | |
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 457 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores, Pool Road | 851 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Pool Road, Newtown | 883 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.