Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

LARKEY LANE, LD7 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LARKEY LANE, LD7 1DN.

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Population

217

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Avg Age

49

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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 1DN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LD7 1DN — age 49, 77% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (49) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

LD7 1DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Larkey Lane, 0.2km from Knighton in Knighton. Administratively it sits within Knighton with Beguildy ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LD7, LD7 1DN offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

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 £382k. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area W00002396 (shared with 10 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 1DN. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 285,000

5 sales · Mean £ 315,400

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

Crime around LD7 1DN 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 Ltd0.2 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 Lion0.3 km
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.1 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.2 km
  • Offas Dyke Association0.3 km
  • Tower House Gallery0.2 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 House0.2 km
  • Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.2 km
  • Knighton Plaice0.2 km
  • Knighton Plaice0.2 km
  • Bamboo Garden0.2 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton0.7 km
  • Knucklas3.6 km
  • Bucknell7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Brookside Square0.2 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • Ffrydd Road0.3 km
  • Ffrydd Road0.3 km
  • Offa`s Dyke Centre0.4 km