SY21 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood within the SY21 district of Powys. Administratively it sits within Rhiwcynon ward and the Montgomeryshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 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 0AW are sourced from Output Area W00002606 (shared with 39 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SY21 0AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SY21 0AW.
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
SY21 0AW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SY21 0AW. 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.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Caersws10.9 km
- Newtown (Powys)15.8 km
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Postcode Profile: SY210AW · Data under Open Government Licence