SY20 8AL is in Machynlleth and Powys district. SY20 8AL is located in the Machynlleth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Machynlleth, SY20 8AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY20 8AJ, SY20 8BB, SY20 8AG, SY20 8AA, SY20 8AB, SY20 8DA, SY20 8BA, SY20 8EB, SY20 8DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY20 8AL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% 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 | 44.9% | 54.9% | 10.0% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 55.1% | 45.1% | -10.0% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 SY20 8AL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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 | 45.2% | 45.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 29.6% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 11.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 11.1% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 44.9% | 37.9% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.4% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 14% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 11.5% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10% | 21.7% | 11.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.5% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 14.3% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 11.1% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 39.6% | -2.3% | 33.8% | 5.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 93.4% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 84.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93% | 84.8% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 85.5% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.7% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY20 8AL was 178.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 605.7% higher than the Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SY20 8AL has the 2nd highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn and the 38th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Floor Office Cambrian House, Machynlleth, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £50,000 | 2009-05-27 | £64,430 |
SY20 8AL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY20 8AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Pennal Pennal , Machynlleth SY20 9JT | - not rated | 5,133 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tabernacle Coffee Shop | The Tabernacle, Penrallt Street | 6 yd | |
| The Tabernacle Trust | Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 6 yd | |
| Mr News | Tower Shop, 5 Penrallt Street | 47 yd | |
| Ty Medi Ltd | 13 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 101 yd | |
| Gwen Restaurant | 21 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 101 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skinners Arms | 6 yd | ||
| The Red Lion (Y Llew Coch) | 11 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 53 yd | |
| White Horse Hotel | Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 143 yd | |
| Dyfi Forester Inn | 4 Doll Street, Machynlleth | 227 yd | |
| Clwb Bowlio Machynlleth Bowling Club | Lon Llynlloedd, Machynlleth | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hermit Crab Coffee | 12 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 2 yd | |
| Waggys Records | 6 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 43 yd | |
| Town Kebab and Pizzas | 49 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 101 yd | |
| China Garden | 40 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 143 yd | |
| HennighansTop Shop | 121/123 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 80-88 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 257 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.