LD2 3BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Strand, 0.1km from Llanfair-ym-Muallt in Builth Wells. Administratively it sits within Builth ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For families considering a move, LD2 3BH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 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 LD2 3BH are sourced from Output Area W00002298 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE STRAND, LD2 3BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STRAND, LD2 3BH.
276
45
£ 35,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LD2 3BH spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (45) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD2 3BH. The average age is 45.0. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LD2 3BH is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- The Market Builth Wells0.2 km
- Hay & Brecon Farmers Ltd0.8 km
- Jewsons0.4 km
- Breadstix0.1 km
- Builth Wells Country Market0.1 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
18 nearby- Park Hotel0.0 km
- The Lamb Inn0.2 km
- Erris Villa0.3 km
- Llwynonn Guest House0.5 km
- Park Hotel0.0 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Builth Wells Cricket Club0.7 km
- Clwb Golff Llanfair-ym-Muallt0.9 km
- The Barley Mow0.1 km
- White Horse Hotel0.1 km
- Wyeside Arts Centre0.3 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- New Balti House0.1 km
- The Drovers Cafe & Restaurant ltd0.1 km
- Georgie Porgies Coffee Stop0.1 km
- Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Ltd0.3 km
- Boots0.1 km
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Kitchen0.1 km
- Heavenly Hampers0.0 km
- Builth Wells Burger King0.4 km
- Heavenly Hampers0.0 km
- Burger King0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Food0.2 km
- Co-operative Food0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Builth Road2.8 km
- Cilmeri3.7 km
- Garth8.9 km
Bus Stops
- Groe 20.0 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Groe0.1 km
- Eurospar Car Park0.2 km
- Western Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LD23BH · Data under Open Government Licence