SY16 1BY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brimmon Lane, 1.0km from Pen-y-Glodfa in Newtown (Powys). Administratively it sits within Newtown East ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SY16 1BY is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £218k. 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 1BY are sourced from Output Area W00002560 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIMMON LANE, SY16 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIMMON LANE, SY16 1BY.
254
38
£ 36,200 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY16 1BY 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
With 61% social renting, SY16 1BY is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY16 1BY. The average age is 38.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,750
2 sales · Mean £ 160,750
Detached
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SY16 1BY is moderate at 82 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
72 nearby- Coral Racing Ltd0.9 km
- Poundstretcher Limited0.7 km
- Red Mango0.3 km
- Ponthafren0.8 km
- Fit 4 Life0.7 km
- + 67 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd1.0 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited1.0 km
- Spar Foodliner0.6 km
- Spar Foodliner0.6 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Canal General Stores0.5 km
- Olivers0.7 km
- Meatmasters Butchery0.6 km
- ABC Polish Shop Newtown Ltd0.4 km
- Cracked Wheat Organics0.8 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Elephant & Castle Hotel Ltd0.7 km
- Bell Hotel0.8 km
- Elephant & Castle Hotel Ltd0.7 km
- Yesterdays Guest House0.6 km
- Bell Hotel0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Wetherspoons0.7 km
- Victoria Vaults0.7 km
- Wetherspoons0.7 km
- Football Club Refreshment Hut0.9 km
- Newtown AFC Ltd0.9 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway0.4 km
- Kwai Chin0.5 km
- Kwai Chin0.5 km
- Enzos0.6 km
- Fortune Court0.6 km
- + 19 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newtown (Powys)0.2 km
- Caersws8.5 km
- Welshpool19.8 km
Bus Stops
- Treowen Primary School0.1 km
- Treowen Primary School0.1 km
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.2 km
- Newtown Railway Station0.2 km
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SY161BY · Data under Open Government Licence