Pontfaen Close is in Knighton and in Radnorshire district. LD7 1HW 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 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pontfaen Close, Knighton, LD7 1HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LD7 1LB, LD7 1LA, LD7 1HJ, LD7 1HS, LD7 1HT, LD7 1LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LD7 1HW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% of residents 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 | 48.4% | 49.9% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.1% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 | 25.5% | 30.2% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 47.8% | -11.8% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 4.1% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 11% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.2% | 50.1% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 33.5% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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% | 18.8% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 8.5% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 18.5% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 19.4% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 27% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.8% | 98.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.3% | 97.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pontfaen Close was 47.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.7% lower than the Ithon Valley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Pontfaen Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Ithon Valley and the 213th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Pontfaen Close, Knighton, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2004-06-21 | £386,717 |
| 3 Pontfaen Close, Knighton, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1999-05-28 | £85,372 |
| 3 Pontfaen Close, Knighton, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1995-06-02 | £381,650 |
LD7 1HW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% 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 1HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| 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 | 190 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 | 732 yd | |
| Little Black Sheep Cafe | 7 Broad Street, Knighton | 853 yd | |
| J Ds Cafe | 10 Broad Street, Knighton | 853 yd | |
| Clock Tower Tea Shop | 24 Broad Street, Knighton | 906 yd | |
| Tower House Gallery | 29 High Street, Knighton | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knighton Football Club Social Club | Brynycastell, Ludlow Road | 363 yd | |
| Knighton Bowling Club | Bowling Green, Church Road | 686 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey Inn | Wylcwm Place, Station Road | 809 yd | |
| HCMS Bars Limited | T/A The Banc, 5 Broad Street | 853 yd | |
| George & Dragon | 4 Broad Street, Knighton | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandos Kebab Pizza and Burger House | 1 High Street, Knighton | 939 yd | |
| Knighton Plaice | 23 High Street, Knighton | 969 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 50 Market Street, Knighton | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Counties Co-operative | Food Store, Bridge Street | 793 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.