Brimmon Lane is in Newtown and in Powys district. SY16 3AE 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 Brimmon Lane, Newtown, SY16 3AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY16 3AE is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 46% | 46.7% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 54% | 53.3% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SY16 3AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.8% | 21.2% | -7.6% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 59.6% | 3.6% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 8.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 56% | 51.7% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 35% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 10% | 13.3% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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 | 21.6% | 17.3% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 16.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 5.8% | -2.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 19.2% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 30.8% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
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 | 93.3% | 95% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 4.7% | 1.7% | -3.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 95% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brimmon Lane was 122.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 266.9% higher than the Dolforwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brimmon Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Dolforwyn and the 67th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 57.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bron Haul Brimmon Lane, Newtown, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2011-12-05 | £170,517 |
SY16 3AE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 25% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treowen C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1NJ | - not rated | 380 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 954 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 961 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Newtown High School Dolfor Road , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 1,032 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cedewain Maesyrhandir , Newtown SY16 1LH | - not rated | 1,352 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Mango | Pool Road, Newtown | 629 yd | |
| Burger King | 1-3 Pool Road, Newtown | 636 yd | |
| Hunky Dory Rest t/a McDonalds | McDonalds Restaurants Ltd, Pool Road | 719 yd | |
| Llys Hafren | Old Kerry Road, Newtown | 776 yd | |
| 9Thai | 16 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| uStrike Ltd | 3rd Floor Agricultural House, Old Kerry Road | 638 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | Kerry Road, Newtown | 698 yd | |
| Queens Head | Pool Road, Newtown | 719 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses | Canal Road, Newtown | 926 yd | |
| Pheasant | 14 Market Street, Newtown | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Pool Road, Newtown | 873 yd | |
| Newtown Kebab House | 12 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 899 yd | |
| Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway | 18 Severn Street, Newtown | 914 yd | |
| Kwai Chin | 15 Market Street, Newtown | 988 yd | |
| Rambos Flame & Grill | 38 Shortbridge Street, Newtown | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Pool Road, Newtown | 873 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.