Brecon Road is in Builth Wells and in Brecknock district. LD2 3ED is located in the Builth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brecon Road, Builth Wells, LD2 3ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD2 3EA, LD2 3GG, LD2 3EF, LD2 3BB, LD2 3AG, LD2 3AB, LD2 3EB, LD2 3DL, LD2 3AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LD2 3ED, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 53% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 47% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.3% | 37.7% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 42.6% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.5% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 6% | -8.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 40.4% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 37.7% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 17.7% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 18.2% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 14.7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 20.7% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 24.6% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 100% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.8% | 97% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brecon Road was 51.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.1% lower than the Builth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brecon Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Builth and the 203rd highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Wool Row, Builth Wells, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2022-04-14 | £205,977 |
| 3 Wool Exchange Brecon Road, Builth Wells, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-11-15 | £106,064 |
| 6 Wool Exchange Brecon Road, Builth Wells, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,950 | 2021-10-01 | £99,446 |
| 2 Wool Exchange Brecon Road, Builth Wells, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2021-09-17 | £110,664 |
| 3 Wool Row, Builth Wells, Powys Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-07-19 | £190,168 |
LD2 3ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Builth Wells C.P. School Hospital Road , Builth Wells LD2 3GA | - not rated | 404 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Calon Cymru College Road , LD2 3BW | - not rated | 458 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Llanelwedd C.I.W. School Llanelwedd , Builth Wells LD2 3TY | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cosy Corner | 55 High Street, Builth Wells | 113 yd | |
| Georgie Porgies Coffee Stop | Beautifully Bonkers, 21 High Street | 140 yd | |
| The Merrie Fryer | 38 High Street, Builth Wells | 140 yd | |
| The Drovers Cafe & Restaurant ltd | 34/36 High Street, Builth Wells | 140 yd | |
| Conti's Newsagents | 29 High Street, Builth Wells | 140 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Builth Wells Rugby Football Club Ltd | 2 Market Street, Builth Wells | 82 yd | |
| White Hart | 19 High Street, Builth Wells | 140 yd | |
| The Barley Mow | 1 West Street, Builth Wells | 142 yd | |
| White Horse Hotel | 13 High Street, Builth Wells | 180 yd | |
| The Fountain Inn | 7 Broad Street, Builth Wells | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavenly Hampers | Eco Chic Interiors, Strand Street | 152 yd | |
| China Kitchen | 8 High Street, Builth Wells | 180 yd | |
| Builth Wells Burger King | Burger King (Uk) Ltd, Station Road | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 10/12 Brecon Road, Builth Wells | 12 yd | |
| Asda Express Builth Wells | Shop, Station Road | 589 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.77 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.