Milford Road is in Newtown and in Montgomeryshire district. SY16 2EF is located in the Newtown West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Milford Road, Newtown, SY16 2EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 2HS, SY16 2DA, SY16 2EG, SY16 2EE, SY16 2EQ, SY16 2EL, SY16 2BD, SY16 2BA, SY16 2EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY16 2EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.8% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.2% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 19.2% | 26.1% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 50.3% | -13.2% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 13.3% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 | 43.6% | 48.1% | 4.5% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 39% | 32.6% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 15.5% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 19.8% | 21.2% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 8.5% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 13.3% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 36.4% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 95.6% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 97.4% | 94% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milford Road was 15.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.2% lower than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Milford Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 45th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwynfa Milford Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2018-11-07 | £639,114 |
| Bryneithin Milford Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2007-08-06 | £430,947 |
| Gwernavon Milford Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2006-07-18 | £424,368 |
| Gwynfa Milford Road, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 1995-07-21 | £705,069 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SY16 2EF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 202 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygloddfa C.P. School School Lane , Newtown SY16 2DF | - not rated | 573 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 742 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 750 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 1,092 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponthafren | Longbridge Street, Newtown | 468 yd | |
| Severn Park Cafe | Back Lane, Newtown | 468 yd | |
| Newtown Community Cafe | Newtown Methodist Church, Back Lane | 468 yd | |
| Regent Cinema | Broad Street, Newtown | 519 yd | |
| Fit 4 Life | Plas yn Dre, 22 Broad Street | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedewain Masonic Lodge | Milford Road, Newtown | 310 yd | |
| The Steam Mill | Regent Centre, Broad Street | 486 yd | |
| Victoria Vaults | Broad Street, Newtown | 519 yd | |
| Exchange Newtown | Regent Centre, Broad Street | 519 yd | |
| 23 Social | 12-13 Broad Street, Newtown | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Fish and Chip Shop | 41 Crescent Street, Newtown | 470 yd | |
| Silver Fish | 19 Broad Street, Newtown | 519 yd | |
| Fortune Court | 18 High Street, Newtown | 574 yd | |
| Enzos | 44 Broad Street, Newtown | 625 yd | |
| Sandwich and Salad Bar Ltd | Sandwich Salad Bar, 50 Broad Street | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 591 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Great Britain Ltd, Llanidloes Road | 899 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.