LD2 3GF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Llanfair-ym-Muallt in Builth Wells. Administratively it sits within Builth ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LD2 3GF is 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. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 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 LD2 3GF are sourced from Output Area W00002300 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD2 3GF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD2 3GF.
374
38
£ 35,800 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD2 3GF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
With 42% social renting, LD2 3GF is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD2 3GF. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LD2 3GF has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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
- Jewsons0.5 km
- Breadstix0.2 km
- Builth Wells Country Market0.2 km
- Builth Wells Service Station0.6 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
18 nearby- Park Hotel0.3 km
- The Lamb Inn0.2 km
- Erris Villa0.5 km
- Llwynonn Guest House0.8 km
- Park Hotel0.3 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Builth Wells Cricket Club0.9 km
- The Barley Mow0.3 km
- White Horse Hotel0.2 km
- Wyeside Arts Centre0.3 km
- White Horse Hotel0.2 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- New Balti House0.2 km
- The Drovers Cafe & Restaurant ltd0.2 km
- Georgie Porgies Coffee Stop0.2 km
- Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Ltd0.5 km
- Boots0.2 km
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Kitchen0.2 km
- Heavenly Hampers0.2 km
- Builth Wells Burger King0.5 km
- Heavenly Hampers0.2 km
- Burger King0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Food0.1 km
- Co-operative Food0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Builth Road3.0 km
- Cilmeri3.9 km
- Garth9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Eurospar Car Park0.1 km
- Parc-y-Castell0.1 km
- Post Office0.2 km
- Groe 20.2 km
- Groe0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LD23GF · Data under Open Government Licence