LD5 4SB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood within the LD5 district of Powys. Administratively it sits within Llanwrtyd Wells ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LD5, LD5 4SB offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £826k. 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 LD5 4SB are sourced from Output Area W00002510 (shared with 36 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD5 4SB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD5 4SB.
251
48
£ 35,800 /yr
38%
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LD5 4SB's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £826k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD5 4SB. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 826,000
1 sales · Mean £ 826,000
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Maes y Gwaelod B & B0.9 km
- Maes y Gwaelod B & B0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanwrtyd2.2 km
- Llangammarch4.8 km
- Sugar Loaf6.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LD54SB · Data under Open Government Licence