SY16 1DB is an up-and-coming urban area on Stone Street, 0.9km from Pen-y-Glodfa in Newtown (Powys). Administratively it sits within Newtown East ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
For families considering a move, SY16 1DB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 114 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1DB are sourced from Output Area W00002563 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STONE STREET, SY16 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STONE STREET, SY16 1DB.
281
44
£ 36,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY16 1DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SY16 1DB is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £130k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY16 1DB. The average age is 43.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,000
2 sales · Mean £ 130,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SY16 1DB is above average at 114 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
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- Coral Racing Ltd0.8 km
- Poundstretcher Limited0.6 km
- Red Mango0.2 km
- Ponthafren0.7 km
- Royal Voluntary Service Cafe0.9 km
- + 69 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.9 km
- Spar Foodliner0.5 km
- Spar Foodliner0.5 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Canal General Stores0.3 km
- Olivers0.5 km
- Meatmasters Butchery0.5 km
- ABC Polish Shop Newtown Ltd0.3 km
- Cracked Wheat Organics0.7 km
- + 17 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 Vaults0.6 km
- Wetherspoons0.5 km
- Football Club Refreshment Hut0.9 km
- Newtown AFC Ltd0.9 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway0.3 km
- Kwai Chin0.4 km
- Kwai Chin0.4 km
- Enzos0.4 km
- Fortune Court0.5 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newtown (Powys)0.2 km
- Caersws8.4 km
- Welshpool19.6 km
Bus Stops
- Old Kerry Road0.1 km
- Old Kerry Road Turn0.1 km
- Newtown Railway Station0.1 km
- Newtown (Powys) Rail Station0.2 km
- Newtoen (Powys) Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SY161DB · Data under Open Government Licence