LD5 4SL 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.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents here average 56 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 4SL are sourced from Output Area W00002508 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD5 4SL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD5 4SL.
234
56
£ 35,800 /yr
47%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LD5 4SL is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 83% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD5 4SL. The average age is 55.7. 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Maes y Gwaelod B & B0.0 km
- Maes y Gwaelod B & B0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanwrtyd1.9 km
- Sugar Loaf5.5 km
- Llangammarch5.7 km
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Postcode Profile: LD54SL · Data under Open Government Licence