SY16 1BE is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.8km from Pen-y-Glodfa in Newtown (Powys). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Newtown East ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
The people who live in SY16 1BE are typical of an older retirement area, many residents well beyond working age. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 55 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 122 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SY16 1BE are sourced from Output Area W00002558 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY16 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY16 1BE.
153
55
£ 36,200 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY16 1BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 66% of tenure in SY16 1BE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY16 1BE. The average age is 55.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SY16 1BE is above average at 122 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- Coral Racing Ltd0.9 km
- Poundstretcher Limited0.8 km
- Red Mango0.5 km
- Ponthafren0.6 km
- Royal Voluntary Service Cafe0.9 km
- + 69 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Canal General Stores0.5 km
- Olivers0.5 km
- Meatmasters Butchery0.3 km
- ABC Polish Shop Newtown Ltd0.2 km
- Cracked Wheat Organics0.6 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Elephant & Castle Hotel Ltd0.5 km
- Bell Hotel0.7 km
- Elephant & Castle Hotel Ltd0.5 km
- Yesterdays Guest House0.4 km
- Bell Hotel0.7 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Wetherspoons0.5 km
- Victoria Vaults0.5 km
- Wetherspoons0.5 km
- Football Club Refreshment Hut0.7 km
- Newtown AFC Ltd0.7 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway0.2 km
- Kwai Chin0.2 km
- Kwai Chin0.2 km
- Enzos0.4 km
- Fortune Court0.3 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Spar Foodliner0.4 km
- Spar Foodliner0.4 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newtown (Powys)0.1 km
- Caersws8.2 km
- Welshpool19.8 km
Bus Stops
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.1 km
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.1 km
- Newtoen (Powys) Rail Station0.1 km
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.1 km
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SY161BE · Data under Open Government Licence