Aberbran on the map
Location in PowysAberbran sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Aberbran
Aberbran is a small settlement located in the county of Powys, within the country of Wales. It lies in the valley of the River Brân, from which it takes its name, and is situated near the town of Llanfyllin. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with rolling hills and farmland surrounding the village. The village is part of the LD3 postcode area, which covers a wide rural region in mid-Wales. Historically, Aberbran was associated with coal mining, and remnants of the industry can still be seen in the landscape. The community remains small and close-knit, with local amenities including a church, a primary school, and a few shops. The village is accessible via the A483 road, which connects it to nearby towns and cities.
School Ratings in Aberbran
There are 9 schools in and around Aberbran.
House Prices in Aberbran
The average property price is £298K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £370K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aberbran
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Aberbran, with 15 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Local Data for Aberbran
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Property Prices 2,347 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Aberbran ONS 2023
The average total household income in Aberbran is approximately £45,210 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,691. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,691.
Businesses in Aberbran ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,275 active businesses based in Aberbran, around 66 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Aberbran 70 crimes · April 2026
Aberbran records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Aberbran
Of the 8,626 households in and around Aberbran, 67% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aberbran.