LD7 1DY is a mixed residential area on Kinsley Road, 0.5km from Knighton in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Clun ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, LD7 1DY represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.
Census 2021 statistics for LD7 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00147712 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINSLEY ROAD, LD7 1DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINSLEY ROAD, LD7 1DY.
114
50
£ 42,400 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LD7 1DY's 68% ownership and 50-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LD7 1DY. The average age is 50.0. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 240,000
2 sales · Mean £ 240,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LD7 1DY is moderate at 70 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- A J Pugh Butchers0.4 km
- Jan Lewis Ltd0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Costcutter0.4 km
- Premier Stores Knighton0.4 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Red Lion0.5 km
- The Red Lion0.5 km
- Whytcwm Cottage0.6 km
- Whytcwm Cottage0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- HCMS Bars Limited0.4 km
- Horse & Jockey Inn0.4 km
- Knighton Bowling Club0.3 km
- Plough Hotel0.6 km
- The Golden Lion0.5 km
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Little Black Sheep Cafe0.4 km
- Offas Dyke Association0.5 km
- Tower House Gallery0.5 km
- Clock Tower Tea Shop0.4 km
- Little Black Sheep Cafe0.4 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Mid Counties Co-operative0.3 km
- Mid Counties Co-operative0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.4 km
- Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House0.4 km
- Knighton Plaice0.5 km
- Knighton Plaice0.5 km
- Bamboo Garden0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knighton0.1 km
- Knucklas4.0 km
- Bucknell6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Knighton Station0.1 km
- Knighton Rail Station0.1 km
- Knighton Bus Station0.3 km
- Knighton Bus Station0.3 km
- Brookside Square0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LD71DY · Data under Open Government Licence