Fairfield is in Kerry, Newtown and in Montgomeryshire district. SY16 4PP is located in the Kerry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairfield, Kerry, Newtown, SY16 4PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY16 4NR, SY16 4NX, SY16 4NT, SY16 4NP, SY16 4PR, SY16 4NU, SY16 4NJ, SY16 4DD, SY16 4DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY16 4PP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.8% | -0.9% | 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 | 28.5% | 30.3% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 40.9% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 8.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 17.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.7% | 43.5% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 35.7% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 14.3% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 1.2% | -3.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 4PP this area, 30.1% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38% | 30.1% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 15% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 20.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 19.5% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0.8% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.5% | 98.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfield was 34.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.5% higher than the Churchstoke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairfield has the 8th lowest crime rate of 16 local areas in Churchstoke and the 144th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Fairfield, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2022-06-17 | £145,597 |
| 22 Fairfield, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2019-06-21 | £200,033 |
| 4 Fairfield, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2018-08-20 | £152,616 |
| 20 Fairfield, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2014-10-03 | £201,747 |
| 26 Fairfield, Newtown, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2011-02-25 | £200,441 |
SY16 4PP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY16 4PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 48 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Michael's C.I.W. School Kerry , Newtown SY16 4NU | - not rated | 133 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynllywarch Hall School Kerry , Nr Newtown SY16 4PB | - not rated | 844 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treowen C.P. School Newtown , SY16 1NJ | - not rated | 3,980 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd Plantation Lane , Newtown SY16 1JE | - not rated | 4,676 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon y Dderwen Park Street , SY16 1EG | - not rated | 4,688 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kerry Lamb | Kerry Lamb Inn, Kerry | 128 yd | |
| Herbert Arms | Kerry, Newtown | 236 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 | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.