SY21 8NR is in Forden, Welshpool and Powys district. SY21 8NR is located in the Forden and Montgomery electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forden, Welshpool, SY21 8NR 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 8NR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 49.9% | 49.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.1% | 50.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 8NR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 28.6% | 28.1% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 56.8% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 5.6% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 47.3% | 48.5% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 31.8% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 15.1% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 20.9% | 13.9% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 10.9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 10% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.5% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 28.6% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 63.3% | 46.2% | 17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY21 8NR was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.5% higher than the Berriew and Castle Caereinion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SY21 8NR has the 20th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Berriew and Castle Caereinion and the 166th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Cottage, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2013-02-20 | £197,644 |
SY21 8NR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 8NR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY21 8NR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 29 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forden C.I.W. School Forden , Welshpool SY21 8NE | - not rated | 2,348 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Berriew C.P. School Berriew , Welshpool SY21 8BA | - not rated | 3,124 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Montgomery C.I.W. School Montgomery , SY15 6QA | - not rated | 3,787 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCYL Trust | Camlad House, Forden | 552 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 83.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.