Maes Y Celyn is in Guilsfield, Welshpool and in Powys district. SY21 9BL is located in the Guilsfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maes Y Celyn, Guilsfield, Welshpool, SY21 9BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY21 9PE, SY21 9QD, SY21 9PU, SY21 9PT, SY21 9NG, SY21 9QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY21 9BL 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 | 51.7% | 49.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.3% | 50.3% | 2.0% | 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 9BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 23.6% | 20.8% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 58.1% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.4% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 46% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 35.2% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 5% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 20.6% | 12.7% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 9.2% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 17.1% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 18.5% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 32.2% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.1% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 64.1% | 46.2% | 17.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Y Celyn was 27.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.4% higher than the Berriew and Castle Caereinion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Y Celyn has the 24th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Berriew and Castle Caereinion and the 116th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Maes Y Celyn, Welshpool, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2025-02-20 | £195,525 |
| 17 Maes Y Celyn, Welshpool, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-03-01 | £246,070 |
| 30 Maes Y Celyn, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-02-22 | £203,796 |
| 24 Maes Y Celyn, Welshpool, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-07-21 | £170,688 |
| 9 Maes Y Celyn, Welshpool, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-07-14 | £243,598 |
SY21 9BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 9BL 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 9BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guilsfield C.P. School Guilsfield , Nr Welshpool SY21 9ND | - not rated | 724 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Welshpool High School Erw Wen Salop Road , Welshpool SY21 7RE | - not rated | 4,006 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trefnanney School Gaer Lane , SY22 6XX | - not rated | 4,733 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Welshpool Church in Wales Primary School Severn Road , SY21 7SU | - not rated | 5,008 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Lounge at the Oak | The Oak Inn, Guilsfield | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Head | Guilsfield, Welshpool | 751 yd | |
| The Oak Inn | Guilsfield, Welshpool | 875 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.49 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.