Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

CHURCH CLOSE, LD8 2AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH CLOSE, LD8 2AQ.

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Population

243

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LD8 2AQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

LD8 2AQ has a significant social housing presence — 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 9.8% year-on-year.

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

LD8 2AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Church Close, 0.2km from Llanandras in Presteigne. Administratively it sits within Presteigne ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LD8 2AQ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £253k, up 9.8% year-on-year. 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 LD8 2AQ are sourced from Output Area W00002592 (shared with 7 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 LD8 2AQ. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 222,500

2 sales · Mean £ 222,500

Terraced

£ 240,000

2 sales · Mean £ 240,000

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

LD8 2AQ has low crime rates — 35 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences39
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order7
Anti-social behaviour5
Burglary4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.5 km
  • Spar0.3 km
  • The Salty Dog0.3 km
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.5 km
  • Dolly Daydream0.3 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Presteigne Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Leon's Supper Club0.3 km
  • Rose Cottage Cafe0.3 km
  • The Workhouse Gallery & Cafe0.5 km
  • Wild Thyme Italian Ltd0.3 km
  • + 19 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.3 km
  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Presteigne St Andrews Football Club0.6 km
  • The Royal Oak0.4 km
  • Presteigne Bowling Club0.3 km
  • Royal British Legion0.2 km
  • Royal British Legion0.2 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Bwyty Tsieineaidd Cabin0.3 km
  • The Cabin0.3 km
  • Victoria Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Victoria Fish Bar0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton8.3 km
  • Bucknell10.0 km
  • Knucklas11.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Presteigne Police Station0.2 km
  • Presteigne Police Station0.2 km
  • Bank0.3 km
  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.3 km
  • Townend0.3 km