Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

SCOTTLETON STREET, LD8 2BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCOTTLETON STREET, LD8 2BL.

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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 2BL 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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LD8 2BL's 53% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £385k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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LD8 2BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Scottleton Street, 0.3km from Warden in Presteigne. Administratively it sits within Presteigne ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

This 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. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k. 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 2BL 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 2BL. 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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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

£ 331,250

2 sales · Mean £ 331,250

Terraced

£ 162,000

1 sales · Mean £ 162,000

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

LD8 2BL has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences26
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary3
Shoplifting3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.8 km
  • Spar0.3 km
  • The Salty Dog0.3 km
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.8 km
  • Dolly Daydream0.4 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Presteigne Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Leon's Supper Club0.3 km
  • Rose Cottage Cafe0.3 km
  • The Workhouse Gallery & Cafe0.7 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

10 nearby
  • The Royal Oak0.2 km
  • Presteigne Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Royal British Legion0.6 km
  • Royal British Legion0.6 km
  • The Royal Oak0.2 km
  • + 5 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

  • Knighton8.0 km
  • Bucknell10.0 km
  • Knucklas11.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Radnorshire Car Park0.2 km
  • Radnorshire Car Park0.2 km
  • Presteigne Recycling Car Park Q0.2 km
  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.2 km
  • Knighton Road0.2 km