Penybont Road is in Knighton and in Powys district. LD7 1SD 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 Penybont Road, Knighton, LD7 1SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LD7 1SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LD7 1SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.6% | 28.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 53.2% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 9.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 10.8% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 38.2% | 46% | 7.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 32.5% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 15.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.1% | 18% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 7.7% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 14.7% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 7.7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 27.2% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 10.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 23.5% | -2.2% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.1% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 100% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.7% | 98.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penybont Road was 200.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 295.0% higher than the Ithon Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Penybont Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Ithon Valley and the 31st highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Ways Penybont Road, Knighton, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-08-21 | £412,136 |
| The Slaughter House Penybont Road, Knighton, Powys Other, an established residential building | £750 | 2014-07-01 | £1,019 |
| Five Ways Penybont Road, Knighton, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2009-03-24 | £384,810 |
| The Jackets Penybont Road, Knighton, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2001-12-17 | £543,684 |
LD7 1SD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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 1SD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LD7 1SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knighton C.I.W. School Knighton , LD7 1HP | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.