Living in SY10: Liveability Score 41/100

Powys, West Midlands

Last updated 25 June 2026

41
OUT OF 100
Below Avg
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Postcodes scored in this district

Every active postcode in SY10, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.

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Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.

Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
91

Crime is well below the national average. 1,620 offences recorded across 23 local areas in the past year.

Environment
73

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools
16

0 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 12 rated schools.

Healthcare
25

Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 0 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.

Broadband
22

63% gigabit coverage; 83% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
59

IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.

Bills
33

Band D council tax £2,528/year, typical EPC rating E. Running costs are above average.

Transport

Transport
10

Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
24

Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 87 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

SY10 covers 832 active postcodes in Powys, West Midlands.

Frequently asked questions

Is SY10 a safe area to live?

SY10 scores 91/100 for safety. Crime is well below the national average. 1,620 offences recorded across 23 local areas in the past year.

What are the schools like in SY10?

Schools in SY10 score 16/100. 0 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 12 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in SY10?

Broadband in SY10 scores 22/100. 63% gigabit coverage; 83% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does SY10 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include SY11, SY22. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for SY10?

SY10 scores 41/100, rated "Below Avg", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.

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