Severn Lane is in Welshpool and in Montgomeryshire district. SY21 7BB is located in the Welshpool Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Severn Lane, Welshpool, SY21 7BB 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. However, the area surrounding SY21 7BB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 49.3% | 55.6% | 6.3% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 44.4% | -6.3% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 28.9% | 28.8% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 34.7% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 16.7% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 16.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 10.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.5% | 28.4% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -20.0% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 37.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 25.5% | 7.2% | 12.7% | 12.8% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 SY21 7BB this area, 36.4% 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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 36.4% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 18.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 8.2% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.8% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 10% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 9.5% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 20.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 3.2% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.8% | 92.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.2% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 92.9% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 5% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 25.9% | 13.5% | 12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Severn Lane was 303.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.5% higher than the Welshpool Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Severn Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Welshpool Castle and the 17th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 166.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawnswood Severn Lane, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-02-17 | £365,358 |
| Brynton Severn Lane, Welshpool, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2023-10-04 | £252,797 |
| Hafod Severn Lane, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2018-08-16 | £243,514 |
| Tremafon Severn Lane, Welshpool, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2011-12-19 | £237,230 |
| Lawnswood Severn Lane, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2007-08-17 | £282,634 |
SY21 7BB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY21 7BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welshpool Church in Wales Primary School Severn Road , SY21 7SU | - not rated | 589 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Welshpool High School Erw Wen Salop Road , Welshpool SY21 7RE | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Leighton C.P. School Leighton , Welshpool SY21 8HH | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Amberleigh Residential Therapeutic School Golfa Hall , Welshpool SY21 9AF | - not rated | 3,887 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guilsfield C.P. School Guilsfield , Nr Welshpool SY21 9ND | - not rated | 4,946 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Woollen Mill | The Old Station, Severn Road | 376 yd | |
| Welshpool Cricket Club | Recreation Ground, Maesydre | 514 yd | |
| Card Factory | Unit 2C Mill Lane Retail Park, Mill Lane | 614 yd | |
| Spice Fusion | 29 Severn Street, Welshpool | 856 yd | |
| Subway | Applegreen SS, Salop Road | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welshpool Rugby Club | Rugby Club, Maesydre | 514 yd | |
| The Smithfield Bell | Mill Lane, Welshpool | 553 yd | |
| Welshpool Town Bowling Club | Maesydre, Welshpool | 726 yd | |
| Westwood Park Hotel | Salop Road, Welshpool | 873 yd | |
| Molto Nightclub | Berriew Street, Welshpool | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welshpool Kebab House | 28 Severn Street, Welshpool | 856 yd | |
| Silver Fish | 6 Berriew Street, Welshpool | 906 yd | |
| Best | 4 Church Street, Welshpool | 949 yd | |
| Chillis | 19 Church Street, Welshpool | 976 yd | |
| Baba Alis 2 | 19 Broad Street, Welshpool | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Smithfield Road, Welshpool | 547 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Mill Lane, Welshpool | 553 yd | |
| B & M Stores | B & M Stores, Unit 1 Mill Lane Retail Park,, Mill Lane | 706 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Berriew Road, Welshpool | 906 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 | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.