19,501TOTAL POPULATION
8,401HOUSEHOLDS
3.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£34,320AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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LD3 POSTCODE REGION

Llandrindod Wells (LD3)

The LD3 postcode area is located in the Llandrindod Wells postcode town region, within the county of Powys, and contains a total of 1013 individual postcodes.

There are 134 electoral wards in the LD3 postcode area, including Brecon, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Knighton, Llandrindod Wells, Llangammarch Wells, Llanwrtyd Wells, Presteigne, Rhayader which come under the local authority of the Powys Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 21% of people in LD3 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of LD3 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The LD3 postcode in the Llandrindod Wells district of Powys, Wales, UK, is a mostly rural area that is home to just over 5,000 people. Located in the heart of Wales, LD3 is situated on the beautiful rolling hills and valleys of the district, surrounded by picturesque views. The area is known for its abundance of natural beauty, from stunning forests and mountains to wonderful lakes and rivers.

LD3 is also home to a number of small rural communities with each having its own delicious local cuisine and diverse cultural offerings. Online there are numerous historical sites in the area for visitors to explore, including the Bronze Age hillfort at Castell-y-bere and the Roman fort of Deneb-y-craft. Some of the local attractions available in the LD3 postcode are the Llandrindod Wells museum, the Berriew Nature Reserve and the Radnorshire Museum.

The area is located close to the Welsh International Speedway motor circuit, as well as numerous other outdoor activities such as fishing, cycling, and walking trails. The nearby Elan Valley reservoirs offer a wonderful opportunity for angling, while the spa town of Llandrindod Wells is home to numerous leisure activities. The town's high street is full of unique shops with a range of Welsh arts and crafts alongside specialty florists and gift shops.

The LD3 postcode of Llandrindod Wells is a great place to live, with excellent amenities and plenty of activities and attractions for all ages. With a good mix of rural and urban lifestyles, there is something for everyone. The nearby towns of Rhayader, Builth Wells, and Llanwrtyd Wells offer plenty of options for activities and a great opportunity to explore the diverse culture and heritage of Powys.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in LD3 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 21%AB
  • 58%C2/C2
  • 20%DE

According to census records, 21% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 94%WHITE
  • 6%NON-WHITE

94% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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LD3Powys

Powys

The county of Powys

LD3 is located in the county of Powys, in Wales.

Powys has a total population of 132,200, making it the 11th largest county in the UK.

Powys has a total area of 2000 square miles, and a population density of 25 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Powys Postal Town Map
Outward CodeLD3
Postal TownLlandrindod Wells
MSOA NamePowys 015
LSOA NamePowys 015E
CountyPowys
RegionPowys
CountryWales
Local AuthorityPowys
Area ClassificationUnclassified

LD3 Electoral Wards

The postal region of LD3, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Aberbran
Aberhonddu (Brecon)
Aber Village
Aberyscir
Afon Gwydderig
Afon Hydfer
Afon Llynfi
Babel
Battle
Boughrood
Boughrood Brest
Brecon
Brecon Beacons
Bronllys
Bwlch
Caerfanell
Cathedine
Ciltwrch
Cledan
Clyro
Coed-yr-ynys
Coldbrook
Cornhill
Cradoc
Crai
Crickadarn
Crickhowell
Cross Oak
Cwmbach
Cwmcrawnon
Cwmdu
Cwmrhos
Cwmwysg
Dardy
Defynnog
Erwood
Felin-Crai
Felindre
Felinfach
Felinfach
Felin-newydd
Ffawyddog
Fforddlas
Ffynnon Gynydd
Garthbrengy
Glasbury
Glyntawe
Groesffordd
Gwenddwr
Halfway
Hay-on-Wye
Heol Senni
Heol-y-gaer
Honddu
Legar
Libanus
Llanddew
Llandefaelog
Llandefaelog-tre'r-graig
Llandefalle
Llandeilo Graban
Llandeilo'r-Fan
Llaneglwys
Llanelieu
Llanfaes
Llanfihangel Nant Bran
Llanfihangel Tal-y-llyn
Llanfilo
Llanfrynach
Llangasty-Talyllyn
Llangattock
Llangorse
Llangorse Lake
Llangynidr
Llanhamlach
Llanigon
Llansantffraed
Llanspyddid
Llanstephan
Llanywern
Llechfaen
Llowes
Llyswen
Llywel
Lower Chapel
Merthyr Cynog
Moity
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal
Nant Bran
Nant-y-llyn
Pencelli
Pendre
Pengenffordd
Pennorth
Pentrebach
Pentre-bach
Pentre Dolau Honddu
Pentre'r-felin
Ponde
Pont ar Hydfer
Pont-faen
Pontithel
Pont Rhyd-y-berry
Pont-y-wal
Pwllgloyw
Rhian Goll
Sarnau
Scethrog
Sennybridge
Soar
Taf Fechan
Tai'r Bull
Talachddu
Talgarth
Talybont-on-Usk
Talybont Reservoir
Talyllyn
Three Cocks
Tirabad
Trallong
Trawsgoed
Treberfydd
Trecastle
Tredomen
Tredustan
Trefeca
Trefeitha
Tregoyd Mill
Tretower
Upper Chapel
Usk
Usk Reservoir
Velindre
Wern
Y Gelli Gandryll
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