SY16 1DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Pen-y-Glodfa in Newtown (Powys). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Newtown East ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
This is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area W00002563 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY16 1DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY16 1DN.
281
44
£ 36,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SY16 1DN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SY16 1DN 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. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY16 1DN. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SY16 1DN is moderate at 66 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
74 nearby- Coral Racing Ltd0.6 km
- Poundstretcher Limited0.4 km
- Red Mango0.2 km
- Ponthafren0.7 km
- Royal Voluntary Service Cafe0.8 km
- + 69 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.8 km
- Spar Foodliner0.5 km
- Spar Foodliner0.5 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Canal General Stores0.2 km
- Olivers0.6 km
- Meatmasters Butchery0.6 km
- ABC Polish Shop Newtown Ltd0.3 km
- Cracked Wheat Organics0.7 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Elephant & Castle Hotel Ltd0.6 km
- Bell Hotel0.6 km
- Elephant & Castle Hotel Ltd0.6 km
- Yesterdays Guest House0.4 km
- Bell Hotel0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Wetherspoons0.6 km
- Victoria Vaults0.6 km
- Wetherspoons0.6 km
- Football Club Refreshment Hut1.0 km
- Newtown AFC Ltd1.0 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Ghandi Indian Tandoori Takeaway0.4 km
- Kwai Chin0.4 km
- Kwai Chin0.4 km
- Enzos0.5 km
- Fortune Court0.6 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newtown (Powys)0.3 km
- Caersws8.5 km
- Welshpool19.5 km
Bus Stops
- Newtown Tesco0.1 km
- Old Kerry Road Turn0.1 km
- Old Kerry Road0.2 km
- Cae-cymric0.2 km
- Newtown Railway Station0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: SY161DN · Data under Open Government Licence