Chapel Street is in Welshpool and in Powys district. SY21 7LB 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 Chapel Street, Welshpool, SY21 7LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY21 7LA, SY21 7LQ, SY21 7JY, SY21 7LJ, SY21 7JJ, SY21 7LL, SY21 7NN, SY21 7LD, SY21 7NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY21 7LB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 55.7% | 54.1% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 44.3% | 45.9% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 22.1% | 26.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.1% | 19.4% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -24.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 19.1% | 25.6% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 16.5% |
| Widowed | 33.8% | 22.5% | -11.3% | 6.1% | 16.4% |
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 (44.7%) 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 | 17.4% | 23.1% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -25.3% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 21.6% | -12.0% | 33.6% | -12.0% |
| Fair health | 27.5% | 32.8% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 20.1% |
| Bad health | 14.8% | 15.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 11.7% |
| Very bad health | 6.7% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 5.5% |
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 7LB this area, 38.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 56.6% | 38.3% | -18.3% | 18.2% | 20.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 7.8% | 1.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 14.1% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -10.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 28.9% | 16.4% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 0% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 92.6% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 4.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 97.3% | 85.9% | -11.4% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 85.9% | -10.1% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 5.2% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.3% | 76.7% | -15.4% |
| Other EU countries | 5.1% | 1.5% | 3.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.1% | 6.5% | 1.6% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 54.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.3% lower than the Welshpool Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Welshpool Castle and the 189th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne House Chapel Street, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-03-22 | £133,683 |
| Lansdowne House Chapel Street, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2011-09-05 | £168,722 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SY21 7LB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Full-Time Employee | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Part-Time Employee | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 861 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Welshpool High School Erw Wen Salop Road , Welshpool SY21 7RE | - not rated | 1,338 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Leighton C.P. School Leighton , Welshpool SY21 8HH | - not rated | 2,869 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Amberleigh Residential Therapeutic School Golfa Hall , Welshpool SY21 9AF | - not rated | 2,900 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guilsfield C.P. School Guilsfield , Nr Welshpool SY21 9ND | - not rated | 4,013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragons Lair | 8 High Street, Welshpool | 171 yd | |
| Eleos Christian Bookshop | Kingswood Church, Church Road | 194 yd | |
| Welshpool Warm Welcome | Community Drop In, 42 High Street | 241 yd | |
| The Town Hall | High Street, Welshpool | 265 yd | |
| Inglenook Cafe | Union Street, Welshpool | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Dragon | Mount Street, Welshpool | 137 yd | |
| Talbot Inn | 16 High Street, Welshpool | 171 yd | |
| Pheasant Inn | 43 High Street, Welshpool | 265 yd | |
| Pinewood Tavern | 1 Broad Street, Welshpool | 353 yd | |
| The Old Bakehouse | 14 Church Street, Welshpool | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bamboo | 46a Mount Street, Welshpool | 72 yd | |
| Andrews Fish Bar | 32 High Street, Welshpool | 171 yd | |
| Tuck Box | Hall Street, Welshpool | 331 yd | |
| Baba Alis 2 | 19 Broad Street, Welshpool | 397 yd | |
| Chillis | 19 Church Street, Welshpool | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Berriew Road, Welshpool | 478 yd | |
| B & M Stores | B & M Stores, Unit 1 Mill Lane Retail Park,, Mill Lane | 724 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Smithfield Road, Welshpool | 950 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Mill Lane, Welshpool | 975 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.