LD2 3DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Llanfair-ym-Muallt in Builth Wells. Administratively it sits within Builth ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 LD2 3DJ are sourced from Output Area W00002297 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD2 3DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD2 3DJ.
294
40
£ 35,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD2 3DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LD2 3DJ is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD2 3DJ. The average age is 40.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LD2 3DJ is moderate at 57 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
16 nearby- The Market Builth Wells0.2 km
- Jewsons0.3 km
- Breadstix0.2 km
- Builth Wells Country Market0.2 km
- Builth Wells Service Station0.3 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
18 nearby- Park Hotel0.3 km
- The Lamb Inn0.2 km
- Erris Villa0.6 km
- Llwynonn Guest House0.8 km
- Park Hotel0.3 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Builth Wells Cricket Club1.0 km
- The Barley Mow0.4 km
- White Horse Hotel0.2 km
- Wyeside Arts Centre0.0 km
- White Horse Hotel0.2 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- New Balti House0.2 km
- The Drovers Cafe & Restaurant ltd0.3 km
- Georgie Porgies Coffee Stop0.3 km
- Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Ltd0.3 km
- Boots0.2 km
- + 21 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Kitchen0.2 km
- Heavenly Hampers0.3 km
- Builth Wells Burger King0.3 km
- Heavenly Hampers0.3 km
- Burger King0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Food0.4 km
- Co-operative Food0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Builth Road2.9 km
- Cilmeri4.0 km
- Garth9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Groe0.2 km
- Josephs Pitch0.2 km
- Josephs Pitch0.2 km
- Oaklands0.2 km
- Post Office0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LD23DJ · Data under Open Government Licence