Postcode Analysis Powys, Wales

BROOKSIDE, LD7 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOKSIDE, LD7 1DP.

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Population

232

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LD7 1DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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2/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LD7 1DP — age 45, 44% ownership, 55% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brookside, 0.2km from Knighton in Knighton. Administratively it sits within Knighton with Beguildy ward and the Brecon and Radnorshire constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LD7 1DP offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 45 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 55% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £88k, 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 1DP are sourced from Output Area W00002394 (shared with 21 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 1DP. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.9%
Asian / British Asian4.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 88,000

1 sales · Mean £ 88,000

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

Crime around LD7 1DP is moderate at 51 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour30
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order10
Other theft7

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • A J Pugh Butchers0.1 km
  • Jan Lewis Ltd0.1 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.0 km
  • Costcutter0.1 km
  • Premier Stores Knighton0.1 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.3 km
  • Whytcwm Cottage0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.1 km
  • Offas Dyke Association0.3 km
  • Tower House Gallery0.2 km
  • Clock Tower Tea Shop0.1 km
  • Little Black Sheep Cafe0.1 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Mid Counties Co-operative0.1 km
  • Mid Counties Co-operative0.1 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 Garden0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton0.4 km
  • Knucklas3.8 km
  • Bucknell6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Brookside Square0.1 km
  • Knighton Bus Station0.1 km
  • Knighton Bus Station0.2 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • Knighton Station0.3 km