Maes Derw is in Llanfechain and in Montgomeryshire district. SY22 6XN is located in the Llansantffraid electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Montgomeryshire. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maes Derw, Llanfechain, SY22 6XN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY22 6XL, SY22 6UG, SY22 6YS, SY22 6YR, SY22 6UQ, SY22 6UU, SY22 6UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY22 6XN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 48.6% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 SY22 6XN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 20.4% | 18.4% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 58.7% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 11.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 41.8% | 45.9% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33.6% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.6% | 14.1% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 4% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13.1% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 19.1% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 40.7% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 7.9% | 4% | -3.9% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.5% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.6% | 97.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Derw was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.2% higher than the Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Derw has the 21st lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Banwy, Llanfihangel and Llanwddyn and the 134th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 377.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Maes Derw, Llanfechain, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-06-24 | £269,534 |
| 18 Maes Derw, Llanfechain, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-04-14 | £182,650 |
| 14 Maes Derw, Llanfechain, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2011-02-28 | £294,709 |
| 12 Maes Derw, Llanfechain, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2011-02-28 | £273,132 |
| 12 Maes Derw, Llanfechain, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2010-03-03 | £268,018 |
SY22 6XN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SY22 6XN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SY22 6XN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanfechain C.I.W. School Llanfechain , SY22 6UQ | - not rated | 217 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llansantffraid C.I.W.A. School Treflan , Llansantffraid SY22 6AE | - not rated | 3,111 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangedwyn C.I.W. School Llangedwyn , Oswestry SY10 9LD | - not rated | 4,184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanfyllin , SY22 5BJ | - not rated | 5,298 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanfechain Community Shop | Memorial Hall, Llanfechain | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plas yn Dinas Inn | Llanfechain, Powys | 356 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.