SY21 0BY is in Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool and Powys district. SY21 0BY is located in the Llanfair Caereinion and Llanerfyl electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, SY21 0BY 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. The area surrounding SY21 0BY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents 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 | 51.9% | 49.5% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.5% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 30.8% | 38.8% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 41.3% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 14.4% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 51.9% | 48.8% | -3.1% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 32.8% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11% | 14.3% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 22% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 10.4% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 11.9% | -9.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 24.8% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 22.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 100% | 97% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98% | 99% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 99% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY21 0BY was 23.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.4% lower than the Berriew and Castle Caereinion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SY21 0BY has the 20th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Berriew and Castle Caereinion and the 81st lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 86.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caerwedyn, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £403,500 | 2015-10-01 | £592,187 |
| Caerwedyn, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2001-03-01 | £563,776 |
| Hafod-Y-Gan, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1995-03-20 | £307,538 |
SY21 0BY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg y Trallwng Red Bank , SY21 0BB | - not rated | 814 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Uwchradd Caereinion High School Llanfair Caereinion , Welshpool SY21 0HW | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfair Caereinion C.P. Llanfair Caereinion , Welshpool SY21 0SF | - not rated | 1,634 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 60.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.