Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

HIGH STREET, LD8 2BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, LD8 2BE.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LD8 2BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 40, LD8 2BE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £142k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 42.2% year-on-year.

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

LD8 2BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.1km from Llanandras in Presteigne. Administratively it sits within Presteigne ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

Day-to-day life in LD8 2BE has the character of 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 older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £142k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 42.2% 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 2BE are sourced from Output Area W00002594 (shared with 13 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 2BE. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 92,500

3 sales · Mean £ 86,666

Terraced

£ 152,475

4 sales · Mean £ 151,237

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

LD8 2BE has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences37
Anti-social behaviour8
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.5 km
  • Spar0.0 km
  • The Salty Dog0.0 km
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.5 km
  • Dolly Daydream0.1 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Presteigne Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Leon's Supper Club0.0 km
  • Rose Cottage Cafe0.0 km
  • The Workhouse Gallery & Cafe0.4 km
  • Wild Thyme Italian Ltd0.0 km
  • + 19 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.0 km
  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Presteigne St Andrews Football Club0.8 km
  • The Royal Oak0.2 km
  • Presteigne Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Royal British Legion0.3 km
  • Royal British Legion0.3 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Bwyty Tsieineaidd Cabin0.0 km
  • The Cabin0.0 km
  • Victoria Fish Bar0.0 km
  • Victoria Fish Bar0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton8.3 km
  • Bucknell10.1 km
  • Knucklas11.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • Presteigne Recycling Car Park Q0.1 km
  • Radnorshire Car Park0.1 km
  • Radnorshire Car Park0.1 km
  • Bank0.2 km