Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

ST EDWARDS CLOSE, LD7 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST EDWARDS CLOSE, LD7 1AJ.

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Population

198

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LD7 1AJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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1/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

LD7 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 49% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LD7 1AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Edwards Close, 0.3km from Factory Green in Knighton. Administratively it sits within Knighton with Beguildy ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LD7 1AJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £58k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for LD7 1AJ are sourced from Output Area W00002391 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD7 1AJ. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 64,000

11 sales · Mean £ 64,627

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around LD7 1AJ is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Anti-social behaviour29
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft8

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • A J Pugh Butchers0.3 km
  • Jan Lewis Ltd0.4 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • Costcutter0.3 km
  • Premier Stores Knighton0.3 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.4 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • HCMS Bars Limited0.3 km
  • Horse & Jockey Inn0.2 km
  • Knighton Bowling Club0.3 km
  • Plough Hotel0.4 km
  • The Golden Lion0.3 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.3 km
  • Offas Dyke Association0.2 km
  • Tower House Gallery0.3 km
  • Clock Tower Tea Shop0.2 km
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.3 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Mid Counties Co-operative0.2 km
  • Mid Counties Co-operative0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.2 km
  • Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.2 km
  • Knighton Plaice0.3 km
  • Knighton Plaice0.3 km
  • Bamboo Garden0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton0.4 km
  • Knucklas3.7 km
  • Bucknell6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Library0.2 km
  • Brookside Square0.3 km
  • Offa`s Dyke Centre0.3 km
  • Knighton Bus Station0.3 km
  • Offa`s Dyke Centre0.3 km