Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

APPLETREE MEADOW, LD8 2DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for APPLETREE MEADOW, LD8 2DL.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LD8 2DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

LD8 2DL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £202k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 19.9% year-on-year.

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

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

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 54 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £202k, up 19.9% 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 2DL are sourced from Output Area W00002590 (shared with 9 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 2DL. The average age is 53.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 146,050

2 sales · Mean £ 146,050

Detached

£ 225,500

2 sales · Mean £ 225,500

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

LD8 2DL has low crime rates — 44 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 offences46
Public order9
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary5

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.3 km
  • Spar0.3 km
  • The Salty Dog0.3 km
  • East Radnor Leisure Centre0.3 km
  • Dolly Daydream0.2 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 & Cafe0.2 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 Club0.2 km
  • Royal British Legion0.1 km
  • Royal British Legion0.1 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

  • Knighton8.5 km
  • Bucknell10.3 km
  • Knucklas11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Car Park & Presteigne Recycling Centre0.1 km
  • Presteigne Police Station0.1 km
  • Presteigne Police Station0.1 km
  • Bank0.1 km
  • Townend0.2 km