Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

SY20 8AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY20 8AR.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 47, SY20 8AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SY20 8AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Machynlleth in Machynlleth. Administratively it sits within Machynlleth ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SY20 8AR are sourced from Output Area W00002516 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY20 8AR. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SY20 8AR has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences33
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson9
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Blasau Deli0.2 km
  • Dyfi Wholefoods Ltd0.2 km
  • Dyfi Wholefood0.1 km
  • Siop Blodyn Tatws0.2 km
  • Popty Clai0.2 km
  • + 11 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • White Lion Hotel0.3 km
  • Haulfryn0.5 km
  • The Wynnstay0.2 km
  • Maenllwyd Guest House0.5 km
  • The Wynnstay0.2 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Dyfi Forester Inn0.3 km
  • Clwb Bowlio Machynlleth Bowling Club0.2 km
  • Y Llew Coch0.2 km
  • Clwb Rygbi0.5 km
  • Clwb Rygbi0.5 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Caffi Y Plas Cafe0.3 km
  • Gwen Restaurant0.1 km
  • The Tabernacle Trust0.1 km
  • Bro Ddyfi Leisure Centre0.3 km
  • Ian Snow0.1 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative 0.1 km
  • Co-operative Group0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • China Garden0.2 km
  • Town Kebab and Pizzas0.1 km
  • China Garden0.2 km
  • HennighansTop Shop0.3 km
  • HennighansTop Shop0.3 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Machynlleth0.5 km
  • Dovey Junction5.9 km
  • Penhelig13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Clock0.2 km
  • Wynnstay Arms Hotel Q0.2 km
  • Wynnstay Arms Hotel0.2 km
  • Old Stable0.2 km
  • Old Stable0.2 km