Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

AFON WAY, LD1 5AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AFON WAY, LD1 5AJ.

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Population

406

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 33,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LD1 5AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 38, LD1 5AJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LD1 5AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Afon Way, 1.0km from Llandrindod in Llandrindod Wells. Administratively it sits within Llandrindod North ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

For families considering a move, LD1 5AJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £233k. 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 LD1 5AJ are sourced from Output Area W00010355 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD1 5AJ. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

11 sales · Mean £ 189,909

Detached

£ 190,000

3 sales · Mean £ 202,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around LD1 5AJ is moderate at 53 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.

Violence and sexual offences55
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order6
Drugs5

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • J Hodges & Son0.2 km
  • KDM Local1.0 km
  • J Hodges & Son0.2 km
  • KDM Local1.0 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hampton Hotel0.9 km
  • Hampton Hotel0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Llandrindod Football Club0.8 km
  • Llandrindod Wells R F Club1.0 km
  • Middleton Arms0.5 km
  • Royal British Legion0.5 km
  • The Llanerch Inn1.0 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Worth Your Salt0.9 km
  • Worth Your Salt0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.7 km
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Quality Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Yo! To Go!0.6 km
  • Quality Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Yo! To Go!0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Llandrindod0.9 km
  • Pen-Y-Bont4.4 km
  • Dolau9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Swiss Villa0.3 km
  • Swiss Villa0.3 km
  • Brookland Road0.4 km
  • Tremont Road0.4 km
  • Tremont Road0.4 km