SY20 8AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Machynlleth in Machynlleth. Administratively it sits within Machynlleth ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SY20 8AU 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. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
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 8AU are sourced from Output Area W00002519 (shared with 56 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY20 8AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY20 8AU.
263
48
£ 35,300 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY20 8AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SY20 8AU has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY20 8AU. The average age is 48.2. 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: 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)
SY20 8AU 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Blasau Deli0.3 km
- Dyfi Wholefoods Ltd0.3 km
- Dyfi Wholefood0.2 km
- Siop Blodyn Tatws0.3 km
- Dyfi Wholefood0.2 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- White Lion Hotel0.3 km
- Haulfryn0.5 km
- The Wynnstay0.3 km
- Haulfryn0.5 km
- Maenllwyd Guest House0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Dyfi Forester Inn0.5 km
- Clwb Bowlio Machynlleth Bowling Club0.0 km
- Y Llew Coch0.3 km
- Clwb Bowlio Machynlleth Bowling Club0.0 km
- White Horse Hotel0.2 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Caffi Y Plas Cafe0.2 km
- Gwen Restaurant0.2 km
- The Tabernacle Trust0.3 km
- Bro Ddyfi Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Ian Snow0.2 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative 0.1 km
- Co-operative Group0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- China Garden0.2 km
- Town Kebab and Pizzas0.2 km
- China Garden0.2 km
- HennighansTop Shop0.2 km
- Town Kebab and Pizzas0.2 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Machynlleth0.7 km
- Dovey Junction5.9 km
- Penhelig13.6 km
Bus Stops
- Old Stable0.1 km
- Old Stable0.1 km
- Cae Crwn0.2 km
- Wynnstay Arms Hotel Q0.3 km
- Wynnstay Arms Hotel0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SY208AU · Data under Open Government Licence