Newtown Road is in Machynlleth and in Montgomeryshire district. SY20 8EZ 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 Newtown Road, Machynlleth, SY20 8EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY20 8EY, SY20 8XA, SY20 8HA, SY20 8HB, SY20 8HY, SY20 8HJ, SY20 8HW, SY20 8HX, SY20 8EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY20 8EZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 28.4% | 34.4% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 46.2% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.2% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 7.6% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 45.2% | 46.8% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 30.2% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.6% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 31.4% | 21.8% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 9.5% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 20.2% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 24.4% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3% | 5% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.3% | 98.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newtown Road was 33.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.8% higher than the Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newtown Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn and the 136th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tre Fenai Newtown Road, Machynlleth, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-04-04 | £321,622 |
| Gwynfa Newtown Road, Machynlleth, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2009-08-18 | £263,905 |
| Llys Tudor Newtown Road, Machynlleth, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2006-10-02 | £269,957 |
| Iscoed Newtown Road, Machynlleth, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2005-11-15 | £285,191 |
| Iscoed Newtown Road, Machynlleth, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2002-08-12 | £273,311 |
SY20 8EZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bwyty Maengwyn Cafe | 55-57 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 427 yd | |
| Caffi Glyndwr | Canolfan Owain Glyndwr, Maengwyn Street | 432 yd | |
| Ian Snow | The Old Post Office, 8 Maengwyn Street | 514 yd | |
| Hennighans Bottom Shop | 44-46 Heol Maengwyn, Maengwyn Street | 528 yd | |
| Mandys Coffee Shop | 14 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clwb Rygbi | The Plas, Maengwyn Street | 4 yd | |
| Clwb Bowlio Machynlleth Bowling Club | Lon Llynlloedd, Machynlleth | 415 yd | |
| White Horse Hotel | Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 579 yd | |
| The Red Lion (Y Llew Coch) | 11 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 662 yd | |
| Skinners Arms | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HennighansTop Shop | 121/123 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 179 yd | |
| China Garden | 40 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 579 yd | |
| Town Kebab and Pizzas | 49 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 591 yd | |
| Hermit Crab Coffee | 12 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 672 yd | |
| Waggys Records | 6 Penrallt Street, Machynlleth | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 80-88 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth | 427 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 | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.64 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.