LD1 5DY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Llandrindod in Llandrindod Wells. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Llandrindod South ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
This is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 107 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 LD1 5DY are sourced from Output Area W00002417 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD1 5DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD1 5DY.
243
44
£ 33,300 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD1 5DY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LD1 5DY is a regeneration-priority area — ranked among the most deprived nationally by the IMD, with 7% unemployment and a community that has historically faced structural economic pressures. Crime is moderate, better than deprivation indicators alone might suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD1 5DY. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LD1 5DY is above average at 107 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
12 nearby- KDM Local0.2 km
- KDM Local0.2 km
- J O Davies (Spar)0.1 km
- Lakeside Pharmacy0.2 km
- Llandrindod Wells Theatre Company0.5 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- Hampton Hotel0.2 km
- Hampton Hotel0.2 km
- Greylands Guest House0.3 km
- Hotel Commodore0.2 km
- The Cottage0.1 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Llandrindod Football Club0.4 km
- Llandrindod Wells R F Club0.8 km
- Middleton Arms0.7 km
- Royal British Legion0.7 km
- The Llanerch Inn0.5 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Bargain Buys0.2 km
- Fresh Fills Cafe0.2 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- Herb Garden Community Cafe0.2 km
- Llandrindod Wells Sports Centre0.5 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Archfarchnad Aldi0.2 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Movement Recreation Culture0.4 km
- Quality Fish Bar0.8 km
- Yo! To Go!0.8 km
- Movement Recreation Culture0.4 km
- Quality Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llandrindod0.3 km
- Pen-Y-Bont5.3 km
- Builth Road8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Arlais Day Centre0.1 km
- Coleg Powys0.1 km
- Auto Palace0.1 km
- Coleg Powys0.2 km
- Coleg Powys0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LD15DY · Data under Open Government Licence