LD5 4SY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Llanwrtyd in Powys. Administratively it sits within Llanwrtyd Wells ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For families considering a move, LD5 4SY represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 LD5 4SY are sourced from Output Area W00002508 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD5 4SY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD5 4SY.
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
Average age 56, 83% owned. LD5 4SY is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD5 4SY. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 180,000
5 sales · Mean £ 220,200
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Bryncelyn Guest House1.0 km
- Ty Llety Bryncelyn1.0 km
- New Hall0.9 km
- New Hall0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Drovers Restaurant & Tea Rooms1.0 km
- The Drovers Restaurant & Tea Rooms1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Stonecroft Inn1.0 km
- Stonecroft Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanwrtyd1.6 km
- Sugar Loaf3.7 km
- Llangammarch6.8 km
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Postcode Profile: LD54SY · Data under Open Government Licence