Greenfields is in Machynlleth and in Powys district. SY20 8DR 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 Greenfields, Machynlleth, SY20 8DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY20 8DP, SY20 8DS, SY20 8DL, SY20 8DN, SY20 8DJ, SY20 8DG, SY20 8DQ, SY20 8DU, SY20 8DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY20 8DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 51.9% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 45.1% | 48.1% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 8DR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% 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 | 46.7% | 43.1% | -3.6% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.4% | 31% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 14.7% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 8.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 47.7% | 37.5% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 40.3% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 14% | 19% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 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 | 21% | 16% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 6.7% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 19.1% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 37.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.9% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.6% | 94.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenfields was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.0% higher than the Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenfields has the 19th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn and the 199th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Greenfields, Machynlleth, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-05-20 | £285,799 |
| 5 Greenfields, Machynlleth, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £146,500 | 2015-11-10 | £220,696 |
| Brynelli, 1 Greenfields, Machynlleth, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2001-10-10 | £196,194 |
SY20 8DR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
SY20 8DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Pennal Pennal , Machynlleth SY20 9JT | - not rated | 5,005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shilam Restaurant & Takeaway | 1 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 135 yd | |
| Mr News | Tower Shop, 5 Penrallt Street | 207 yd | |
| Caffi Y Plas Cafe | Y Plas, Aberystwyth Road | 214 yd | |
| Bro Ddyfi Leisure Centre | Aberystwyth Road, Machynlleth | 214 yd | |
| The Tabernacle Coffee Shop | The Tabernacle, Penrallt Street | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion (Y Llew Coch) | 11 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 199 yd | |
| Skinners Arms | 238 yd | ||
| White Horse Hotel | Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 247 yd | |
| Dyfi Forester Inn | 4 Doll Street, Machynlleth | 403 yd | |
| Clwb Bowlio Machynlleth Bowling Club | Lon Llynlloedd, Machynlleth | 416 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waggys Records | 6 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 189 yd | |
| Hermit Crab Coffee | 12 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 232 yd | |
| China Garden | 40 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 247 yd | |
| Town Kebab and Pizzas | 49 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 250 yd | |
| HennighansTop Shop | 121/123 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 80-88 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 397 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.