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Newtown East

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About

Newtown East ward encompasses the eastern half of the town, situated on the northern bank of the River Severn. The area includes residential streets, local retail centres, and community facilities. It is home to Theatr Hafren, a prominent venue for performances and events. The ward contains several green spaces and playing fields, providing recreational areas for residents.

The layout is characterised by a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to modern developments. Educational institutions, including primary schools, serve the local population. The ward's proximity to the river and canal network is a defining feature, with pathways following these waterways. Industrial and business parks are located on its eastern edges, contributing to local employment.

Area overview

On average Newtown East has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 273 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Newtown East is £38,136 per year. Newtown East is home to around 2,105 people, with a population density of about 263.8 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
273
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
27.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Newtown East Population
2,105
Population density
263.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
138.24(+277%)
Anti-social behaviour
41.33(+185%)
Public order
37.53(+320%)
Criminal damage and arson
30.88(+282%)
Shoplifting
21.38(+208%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,855
88.12%
Other White
143
6.79%
Other Asian
32
1.52%
Other
15
0.71%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.62%
Total population: 2,105

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
422
24.66%
Level 4 qualifications or above
345
20.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
289
16.89%
Level 3 (A level)
279
16.31%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
205
11.98%
Total 16+ residents: 1,711

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
241
23.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
227
22.5%
Social rents from council
212
21.01%
Owns with a mortgage
149
14.77%
Other social rented
147
14.57%
Total households: 1,009

Property prices in Newtown East

Based on 11 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Newtown East area, with individual transactions ranging from £94,000 up to £325,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Newtown East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Newtown East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£310,000
Flats1£109,000
Semi-Detached2£205,450
Terraced4£165,000

10 years median price trend in Newtown East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Newtown East.

All postcodes in Newtown East

SY161NQ

Ithon

SY162AE

Gas Street

SY162QZ

Bear Lanes

SY161DL

Pool Road

SY163AG

Heol Vastre

SY164BG

Dolfor Road

SY161AQ

Butterfly Lane

SY162AD

Gas Street

SY161DY

Oak Cottages

SY162AG

Gas Street

SY162NZ

Park Street

SY161AX

New Road

SY161EF

Park Street

SY161RB

New Church Street

SY161AS

New Road

SY162LY

Broad Street

SY161AR

New Road

SY162AB

The Bank

SY162LU

Broad Street

SY162NH

Back Lane

SY164AB

Newtown East

SY163BD

Dyffryn Industrial Estate

SY164EE

Kerry Road

SY162NQ

Wesley Street

SY161NL

Ceiriog

SY163BE

Pool Road

SY164EF

Kerry Road

SY161DW

Pool Road

SY162AQ

Severn Street

SY162PZ

The Park

SY164DR

Newtown East

SY161AF

Ladywell Centre

SY161JA

Heol Treowen

SY161NF

Colwyn

SY162BQ

Broad Street

SY162LP

Short Bridge Street

SY169AY

Shortbridge Street

SY163AF

Pool Road

SY161DD

Heol Vaynor

SY162AN

Crown Street

SY163AE

Brimmon Lane

SY161EE

Park Street

SY161RD

Park Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.