LD8 2DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wherby Lane, 0.0km from Warden in Presteigne. Administratively it sits within Presteigne ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
Day-to-day life in LD8 2DP 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 2DP are sourced from Output Area W00002594 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHERBY LANE, LD8 2DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHERBY LANE, LD8 2DP.
305
40
£ 35,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD8 2DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 40, LD8 2DP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £135k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD8 2DP. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 135,500
1 sales · Mean £ 135,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LD8 2DP has low crime rates — 34 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- East Radnor Leisure Centre0.5 km
- Spar0.1 km
- The Salty Dog0.1 km
- East Radnor Leisure Centre0.5 km
- Dolly Daydream0.1 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 & Cafe0.3 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 Oak0.2 km
- Presteigne Bowling Club0.4 km
- Royal British Legion0.3 km
- Royal British Legion0.3 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
- Knighton8.3 km
- Bucknell10.2 km
- Knucklas11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Presteigne Recycling Car Park Q0.1 km
- Radnorshire Car Park0.1 km
- Radnorshire Car Park0.1 km
- Bank0.1 km
- Radnorshire Arms Hotel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LD82DP · Data under Open Government Licence