Crescent Street is in Newtown and in Powys district. SY16 2EX 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 Crescent Street, Newtown, SY16 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 2ET, SY16 2EU, SY16 2ES, SY16 2EY, SY16 2HA, SY16 2HW, SY16 2BL, SY16 2BW, SY16 2HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY16 2EX is primarily male, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 41.1% | 43.4% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -7.6% |
| Male | 58.9% | 56.6% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 7.6% |
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 2EX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.4% 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 | 55.6% | 54.4% | -1.2% | 37.9% | 16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.9% | 27.5% | 8.6% | 44.2% | -16.7% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 5.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 47% | 41.2% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 41.2% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 7.6% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.4% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 19.4% | 20% | 0.6% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 7.9% | -12.0% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 14.2% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 4.7% | 4.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 16.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 34.2% | 12.3% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 90.8% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 97.9% | 91.7% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 92.1% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Hindu | 4.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crescent Street was 59.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.7% higher than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crescent Street has the 12th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 175th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Crescent Street, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-02-28 | £153,285 |
| 42 Crescent Street, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2020-03-13 | £124,272 |
| 42 Crescent Street, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-12-08 | £112,150 |
| 39 Crescent Street, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2015-06-15 | £151,563 |
| 43 Crescent Street, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2014-03-21 | £114,646 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penygloddfa C.P. School School Lane , Newtown SY16 2DF | - not rated | 106 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. (A) School Milford Road , Newtown SY16 2EH | - not rated | 463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 745 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 771 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Treowen C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1NJ | - not rated | 1,114 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 | 106 yd | |
| Regent Cinema | Broad Street, Newtown | 240 yd | |
| Fit 4 Life | Plas yn Dre, 22 Broad Street | 240 yd | |
| Caterplus @ llys Glan Yr Afon | 1 Llys Glan yr Afon, Canal Road | 241 yd | |
| Gulshan Bengali Restaurant | 40b Broad Street, Newtown | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedewain Masonic Lodge | Milford Road, Newtown | 163 yd | |
| The Steam Mill | Regent Centre, Broad Street | 190 yd | |
| Victoria Vaults | Broad Street, Newtown | 240 yd | |
| Exchange Newtown | Regent Centre, Broad Street | 240 yd | |
| 23 Social | 12-13 Broad Street, Newtown | 240 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Fish and Chip Shop | 41 Crescent Street, Newtown | 1 yd | |
| Silver Fish | 19 Broad Street, Newtown | 240 yd | |
| Enzos | 44 Broad Street, Newtown | 349 yd | |
| Sandwich and Salad Bar Ltd | Sandwich Salad Bar, 50 Broad Street | 349 yd | |
| China Yummy | 7 Severn Street, Newtown | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Foodliner | 41 Broad Street, Newtown | 292 yd | |
| Tesco | Pool Road, Newtown | 972 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.