Moving to Llanwrtyd wells (LD5)

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Planning a move to LD5? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Llanwrtyd wells area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Llanwrtyd wells. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Llanwrtyd wells

Based on 17 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in LD5 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£265,000
Average Price (all types)£283,941

By Property Type

Detached£387,500 (8 sales)
Semi-Detached£235,000 (3 sales)
Terraced£175,000 (3 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Llanwrtyd wells

Llanwrtyd wells recorded 96% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

LD5 Total Crimes (13 months)112
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average96% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences49 (95% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour1 (100% below avg)
Public Order8 (96% below avg)
Vehicle Crime2 (98% below avg)
Shoplifting1 (100% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson25 (87% below avg)
Burglary7 (93% below avg)
Other Theft13 (93% below avg)
Drugs1 (99% below avg)
Possession of Weapons1 (96% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Llanwrtyd wells

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Llanwrtyd wells, council tax is managed by Powys. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

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Essential Services Near Llanwrtyd wells

14.4 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the LD5 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)1

Green Spaces in Llanwrtyd wells

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in LD5 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

54% of residential postcodes in LD5 have green space within walking distance, which is around average for UK postcode districts.

Schools in Llanwrtyd wells

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the LD5 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Llanwrtyd wells

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for LD5 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

23.3 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the LD5 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)86.0%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)64.1%
Gigabit capable64.1%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)3.3%

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Energy Performance in Llanwrtyd wells

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for LD5 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandE
Median EPC score58
Total rated properties298

Homes in LD5 average EPC Band E. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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