Church Road is in Knighton and in Powys district. LD7 1ED is located in the Knighton with Beguildy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Knighton, LD7 1ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD7 1EB, LD7 1DT, LD7 1DR, LD7 1EE, LD7 1BU, LD7 1AA, LD7 1AE, LD7 1DP, LD7 1AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LD7 1ED is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 46.4% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 48.5% | 53.6% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.7% | 34.4% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.7% | 33.9% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 5.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 18.6% | 15.8% | -2.8% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 9.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.9% | 29.1% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -19.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 35.7% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 25.8% | 26% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 13.3% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 9.2% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 20.2% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 6% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 20.8% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 12% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 31.7% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 5% | 2.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.4% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 96.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 666.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1216.7% higher than the Ithon Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Road has the highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Ithon Valley and the 3rd highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 136.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 378.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Old Coach House Church Road, Knighton, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £121,500 | 2005-09-01 | £153,921 |
| 1 The Old Coach House Church Road, Knighton, Powys Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2002-11-29 | £141,942 |
LD7 1ED area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LD7 1ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Retired | 52 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knighton C.I.W. School Knighton , LD7 1HP | - not rated | 627 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Contemporary Restaurant Ltd | 6 Bridge Street, Knighton | 234 yd | |
| Clock Tower Tea Shop | 24 Broad Street, Knighton | 238 yd | |
| Little Black Sheep Cafe | 7 Broad Street, Knighton | 239 yd | |
| J Ds Cafe | 10 Broad Street, Knighton | 239 yd | |
| Tower House Gallery | 29 High Street, Knighton | 310 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knighton Bowling Club | Bowling Green, Church Road | 122 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey Inn | Wylcwm Place, Station Road | 164 yd | |
| George & Dragon | 4 Broad Street, Knighton | 239 yd | |
| HCMS Bars Limited | T/A The Banc, 5 Broad Street | 239 yd | |
| Pizza51 | 15 High Street, Knighton | 310 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House | 1 High Street, Knighton | 270 yd | |
| Knighton Plaice | 23 High Street, Knighton | 310 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 50 Market Street, Knighton | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Counties Co-operative | Food Store, Bridge Street | 122 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.