LD5 4SP is in Llanwrtyd Wells and Powys district. LD5 4SP is located in the Llanwrtyd Wells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Llanwrtyd Wells, LD5 4SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD5 4SR, LD5 4SS, LD5 4ST, LD5 4RH, LD5 4RB, LD5 4RA, LD5 4RE, LD5 4RD, LD5 4RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LD5 4SP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 49.2% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.8% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 32.7% | 35.1% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 39.9% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 12% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 55.9% | 45.6% | -10.3% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 32.8% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 18.3% | 9.0% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 25.8% | 20.7% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 6.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.9% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 22.6% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 26.9% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 97.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 92.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.3% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LD5 4SP was 103.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.0% higher than the Builth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
LD5 4SP has the 4th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Builth and the 81st highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bassetts Bar & Brasserie, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys Other, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2019-06-25 | £219,721 |
| Bassetts Bar & Brasserie, Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1999-03-31 | £293,943 |
LD5 4SP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Dolafon Llanwrtyd Wells , LD5 4RA | - not rated | 702 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Myrtle | Myrtle House, Irfon Crescent | 69 yd | |
| Caffi Sosban | 78 yd | ||
| The Drovers Restaurant & Tea Rooms | Dol-y-coed Road, Llanwrtyd Wells | 109 yd | |
| Llanwrtyd Wells Auto Services | Shop, Beulah Road | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonecroft Inn | Dolecoed Road, Llanwrtyd Wells | 109 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.