Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

MILL LANE, LD8 2DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL LANE, LD8 2DA.

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Population

259

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

LD8 2DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

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

For families considering a move, LD8 2DA represents 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 2DA are sourced from Output Area W00002589 (shared with 8 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 2DA. 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

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

LD8 2DA has low crime rates — 28 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 offences27
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary3
Shoplifting3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Dolly Daydream0.3 km
  • Variety Fayre - Londis0.2 km
  • Variety Fayre - Londis0.2 km
  • Dolly Daydream0.3 km
  • The Salty Dog0.2 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

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

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Dukes Arms0.3 km
  • Wine Bar 460.2 km
  • Presteigne Bowling Club0.6 km
  • Presteigne St Andrews Football Club1.0 km
  • The Dukes Arms0.3 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Crocketts0.2 km
  • Community Cafe at Presteigne Market0.2 km
  • Crocketts0.2 km
  • Daphnes Food & Drink Ltd0.3 km
  • Lornas Sandwich Shop0.2 km
  • + 19 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Victoria Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Victoria Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Bwyty Tsieineaidd Cabin0.2 km
  • The Cabin0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton8.0 km
  • Bucknell10.0 km
  • Knucklas11.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • Radnorshire Car Park0.2 km
  • Presteigne Recycling Car Park Q0.2 km
  • Radnorshire Car Park0.2 km
  • Bank0.4 km