Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

CASTLE ROAD, LD7 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE ROAD, LD7 1BA.

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Population

243

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LD7 1BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

LD7 1BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (54) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

LD7 1BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Castle Road, 0.1km from Knighton in Knighton. Administratively it sits within Knighton with Beguildy ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

For families considering a move, LD7 1BA represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £258k. 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 1BA are sourced from Output Area W00002392 (shared with 8 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 1BA. The average age is 53.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 201,125

2 sales · Mean £ 201,125

Detached

£ 233,000

2 sales · Mean £ 233,000

Terraced

£ 137,500

3 sales · Mean £ 197,500

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

Crime around LD7 1BA is moderate at 56 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 offences47
Anti-social behaviour32
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order12
Other theft8

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • A J Pugh Butchers0.2 km
  • Jan Lewis Ltd0.3 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • Costcutter0.2 km
  • Premier Stores Knighton0.2 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.1 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • HCMS Bars Limited0.2 km
  • Horse & Jockey Inn0.2 km
  • Knighton Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Plough Hotel0.1 km
  • The Golden Lion0.1 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.2 km
  • Offas Dyke Association0.2 km
  • Tower House Gallery0.1 km
  • Clock Tower Tea Shop0.2 km
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.2 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Mid Counties Co-operative0.3 km
  • Mid Counties Co-operative0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton0.7 km
  • Knucklas3.5 km
  • Bucknell7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Library0.2 km
  • Offa`s Dyke Centre0.2 km
  • Offa`s Dyke Centre0.2 km
  • Brookside Square0.2 km
  • Radnor Drive0.3 km