LD7 1EG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Jackets Close, 0.5km from Garth in Knighton. Administratively it sits within Knighton with Beguildy ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.
For families considering a move, LD7 1EG represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k. 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 1EG are sourced from Output Area W00002399 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JACKETS CLOSE, LD7 1EG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JACKETS CLOSE, LD7 1EG.
312
49
£ 35,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD7 1EG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LD7 1EG spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD7 1EG. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 227,000
8 sales · Mean £ 242,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
LD7 1EG has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- A J Pugh Butchers0.9 km
- Jan Lewis Ltd0.9 km
- Naughton Motors (Shop)0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.9 km
- The Red Lion0.9 km
- Whytcwm Cottage0.7 km
- Whytcwm Cottage0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- HCMS Bars Limited0.9 km
- Horse & Jockey Inn0.9 km
- Knighton Bowling Club1.0 km
- Plough Hotel0.7 km
- The Golden Lion0.8 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Little Black Sheep Cafe0.9 km
- Offas Dyke Association0.9 km
- Tower House Gallery0.8 km
- Clock Tower Tea Shop0.9 km
- Little Black Sheep Cafe0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Mid Counties Co-operative1.0 km
- Mid Counties Co-operative1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.9 km
- Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.9 km
- Knighton Plaice0.8 km
- Knighton Plaice0.8 km
- Bamboo Garden0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knighton1.3 km
- Knucklas3.5 km
- Llangynllo7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Ffrydd Road0.4 km
- Ffrydd Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LD71EG · Data under Open Government Licence