High Street is in Presteigne and in Powys district. LD8 2BA is located in the Presteigne 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 High Street, Presteigne, LD8 2BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD8 2BE, LD8 2AA, LD8 2BD, LD8 2DR, LD8 2BP, LD8 2AD, LD8 2HE, LD8 2DP, LD8 2DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LD8 2BA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 53.1% | 47.5% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 52.5% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 | 23.2% | 28.1% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 43.7% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 10.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 39.2% | 36.5% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 42.7% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 9.1% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 16.2% | -5.0% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.8% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 20.6% | 16.9% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.4% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 15.6% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 34.6% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 96.9% | 94.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 27.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.8% lower than the Ithon Valley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
High Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Ithon Valley and the 117th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 High Street, Presteigne, Powys Other, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2023-09-20 | £244,556 |
| The Cabin High Street, Presteigne, Powys Other, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-05-27 | £175,210 |
| 7 High Street, Presteigne, Powys Other, an established residential building | £189,999 | 2020-12-04 | £217,485 |
| The Cabin High Street, Presteigne, Powys Other, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2020-10-28 | £774,253 |
| Flat 2 9 High Street, Presteigne, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2016-07-06 | £76,896 |
LD8 2BA 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.
LD8 2BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LD8 2BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presteigne C.P. School Slough Road , Presteigne LD8 2NH | - not rated | 367 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crocketts | 7 High Street, Presteigne | 2 yd | |
| Deli Tinto | 6 High Street, Presteigne | 2 yd | |
| Wild Thyme Italian Ltd | 10 High Street, Presteigne | 2 yd | |
| Lornas Sandwich Shop | The Old Post Office, High Street | 2 yd | |
| Community Cafe at Presteigne Market | The Memorial Hall, Station Road | 2 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | High Street, Presteigne | 2 yd | |
| Wine Bar 46 | 46 High Street, Presteigne | 28 yd | |
| The Dukes Arms | Broad Street, Presteigne | 120 yd | |
| Farmers Inn | 1 Hereford Street, Presteigne | 161 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | Hereford Street, Presteigne | 316 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabin | High Street, Presteigne | 2 yd | |
| Victoria Fish Bar | 52 High Street, Presteigne | 28 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 | 13.0% |
| 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 | 87.0% |
| Median download speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 24.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 24.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.