Brecon (LD3) in Powys has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 4.1% for property prices and 5.0% for rental income, alongside minimal population expansion of 0.5%. The district scores 41.7 out of 100 on the trajectory index, placing it in the bottom 10th percentile nationally and indicating below-average market dynamics. Currently classified as latent on the gentrification spectrum, LD3 shows rental growth outpacing capital appreciation. These metrics suggest a rural market with modest investment momentum, where rental yields may present relative interest compared to slower price appreciation.
Domain breakdown
Subscribe to unlock domain scores
See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 3.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.5% per year
Nearby districts
What's changing in Brecon · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.3 points this month to 41/100, driven mainly by demand.
57 planning applications submitted in LD3 over the last six months, 8 change of use, 1 demolition.
- The part demolition of concrete panel parking garagesFeb 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use of mixed use retail (A1) and residential (C3) building to fully residential (C3) useJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Change of use to single domestic property including single storey glazed link, various internal and external modifications, new driveway and parkin...Apr 2026 · Awaiting decision
Brecon (LD3) common questions
Is Brecon up and coming?
Brecon (LD3) has a trajectory score of 41/100 (Average), placing it in the top 90% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 0.9 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Brecon safe?
Brecon has a safety score of 24/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Brecon?
The average property price in Brecon (LD3) is £197k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Brecon?
The median monthly rent in Brecon (LD3) is £611 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Brecon?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Blackwood (NP12), Llangammarch Wells (LD4), Tredegar (NP22), Treharris (CF46), Llanwrtyd Wells (LD5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
Generate a property report
Get a 10-page report for a specific address in Brecon.
Monitor Brecon
Get alerts when the trajectory score changes, new planning applications are submitted, or the gentrification stage shifts.
Related reading
Disclaimer: Praesago provides data analytics and market intelligence. Nothing on this platform constitutes financial advice, investment advice, or a personal recommendation. Property values can fall as well as rise. Past performance does not predict future results. Seek independent financial and legal advice before making property investment decisions.