SY21 8BJ is in Manafon, Welshpool and Montgomeryshire district. SY21 8BJ is located in the Rhiwcynon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manafon, Welshpool, SY21 8BJ 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 8BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 48.8% | 49.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.8% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SY21 8BJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.8% | 28.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 52.2% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 8.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 40.2% | 44.5% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 38.3% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 11.8% | -7.5% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 31.3% | 25.9% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 11.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 7.7% | -9.3% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 18.6% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 29.9% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 99.1% 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% | 99.1% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 99.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY21 8BJ was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 111.3% higher than the Berriew and Castle Caereinion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SY21 8BJ has the 13th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Berriew and Castle Caereinion and the 210th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Acres, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-08-23 | £291,283 |
| 2 The Green, Welshpool, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-06-28 | £263,769 |
| Lower House, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-03-07 | £311,292 |
| Crud Yr Awel, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-03-12 | £327,305 |
| Afonlas, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-06-23 | £304,675 |
SY21 8BJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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.
SY21 8BJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Retired | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg y Trallwng Red Bank , SY21 0BB | - not rated | 4,333 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Llanfair Caereinion C.P. Llanfair Caereinion , Welshpool SY21 0SF | - not rated | 4,658 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Uwchradd Caereinion High School Llanfair Caereinion , Welshpool SY21 0HW | - not rated | 4,715 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Castle Caereinion C.I.W. Castle Caereinion , Welshpool SY21 9AL | - not rated | 5,110 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 | 74.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 74.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 74.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 74.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 22.2% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.