LD8 2BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St David Street, 0.2km from Llanandras in Presteigne. Administratively it sits within Presteigne ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For serious buyers, LD8 2BP is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £502k, up 278.6% 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 2BP are sourced from Output Area W00002589 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST DAVID STREET, LD8 2BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST DAVID STREET, LD8 2BP.
259
52
£ 35,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD8 2BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LD8 2BP combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£502k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £502k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 278.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD8 2BP. The average age is 52.4. 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
£ 325,000
3 sales · Mean £ 476,666
Terraced
£ 205,000
3 sales · Mean £ 197,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LD8 2BP has low crime rates — 31 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- East Radnor Leisure Centre0.6 km
- Spar0.1 km
- The Salty Dog0.1 km
- East Radnor Leisure Centre0.6 km
- Dolly Daydream0.2 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Presteigne Pharmacy0.1 km
- Leon's Supper Club0.1 km
- Rose Cottage Cafe0.1 km
- The Workhouse Gallery & Cafe0.5 km
- Wild Thyme Italian Ltd0.1 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.1 km
- Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Presteigne St Andrews Football Club0.8 km
- The Royal Oak0.1 km
- Presteigne Bowling Club0.4 km
- Royal British Legion0.4 km
- Royal British Legion0.4 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Bwyty Tsieineaidd Cabin0.1 km
- The Cabin0.1 km
- Victoria Fish Bar0.1 km
- Victoria Fish Bar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knighton8.2 km
- Bucknell10.0 km
- Knucklas11.3 km
Bus Stops
- Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.1 km
- Presteigne Recycling Car Park Q0.2 km
- Radnorshire Car Park0.2 km
- Radnorshire Car Park0.2 km
- Bank0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LD82BP · Data under Open Government Licence