SY21 0AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.0km from Cefn Coch in Powys. Administratively it sits within Rhiwcynon ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SY21 0AX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 SY21 0AX are sourced from Output Area W00002606 (shared with 39 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY21 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY21 0AX.
559
47
£ 37,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SY21 0AX — age 47, 83% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY21 0AX. The average age is 47.5. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cefn Coch Inn1.0 km
- Cefn Coch Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Caersws10.7 km
- Newtown (Powys)13.3 km
- Welshpool19.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SY210AX · Data under Open Government Licence