LD7 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km 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 1AR is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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. 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 1AR are sourced from Output Area W00002391 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LD7 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LD7 1AR.
198
52
£ 35,300 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LD7 1AR 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates LD7 1AR — age 52, 49% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 1AR. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LD7 1AR 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.2 km
- The Red Lion0.2 km
- Whytcwm Cottage0.4 km
- Whytcwm Cottage0.4 km
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, 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
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Mid Counties Co-operative0.2 km
- Mid Counties Co-operative0.2 km
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
- Knucklas3.6 km
- Bucknell6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Library0.2 km
- Brookside Square0.3 km
- Offa`s Dyke Centre0.3 km
- Offa`s Dyke Centre0.3 km
- Knighton Bus Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LD71AR · Data under Open Government Licence