Area Overview for Raglan Community

Old barn at Twyn-y-Sheriff Farm in Raglan Community
Farmland near Twyn-y-Sheriff in Raglan Community
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Area Information

Raglan Community is a civil parish in Wales with a total area of 34.3 km². You will find a neighbourhood characterised by established settlement patterns within this defined geographic boundary. Life here revolves around local amenities and a pace of living typical for a rural parish. Residents engage daily with the physical landscape and nearby facilities that define the area. This location sits outside major urban centres, offering a distinct lifestyle different from city surroundings. The parish structure provides local governance separate from wider county administration. You live in a space where the community boundaries are clearly marked on official maps. Daily activities centre on the immediate vicinity rather than distant commercial hubs. The size of the parish means you travel reasonable distances to reach broader services. Your home base in Raglan Community connects directly to the surrounding countryside. Locals rely on established transport routes to access nearby towns for work or shopping. The area maintains its identity as a distinct parish within the Welsh administrative framework. You buy into a specific locality with defined limits and unique local knowledge. The community operates with a level of independence that larger urban areas lack. Your address in Raglan Community places you within a recognised civil parish jurisdiction.

Area Type
Parish
Area Size
34.3 km²
Population
Not available
Population Density
Not available

Demographics

You live among a population with a median age of 70 years in Raglan Community. This figure indicates a significant proportion of residents are senior citizens compared to national averages. The age profile shows that the most common age range falls under the total demographic bracket provided. Seventy-nine percent of households in Raglan Community are owner-occupied, reflecting a settled community where residents have purchased their homes. This high ownership rate suggests long-term residency rather than a transient rental population. Household composition data reflects the total population structure without specific breakdowns for family sizes. Accommodation types match the total census count available for the parish. You find a community where property ownership dominates the housing landscape. The demographic makeup is heavily skewed towards older age groups. Families with young children represent a smaller segment of the total population. Diversity metrics indicate the predominant ethnic group matches the total recording for the area. This profile shapes the local culture and the types of services that operate within the parish. Your neighbours are likely to be permanent residents who have chosen to settle permanently. The community feel derives from these stable household structures. Every statistic confirms an area defined by senior living and permanent residence.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

79
majority

Ethnic Group

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Religion

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Household Composition

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Age

70
median
Age: Total
most common

Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

42
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

  • Flood Risk
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  • Ramsar Wetland Sites
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  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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  • Protected Nature Reserve
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  • Protected Woodland
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  • Crime Risk
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age profile of people living in Raglan Community?
The median age in Raglan Community is 70 years. This figure places the community significantly older than the national average. You will find that the majority of residents are senior citizens. The age data reflects a population where retirement-age households dominate the local scene.
How reliable is the internet connection in Raglan Community?
Digital services perform well with a fixed broadband quality score of 75 out of 100. Mobile coverage scores an 82 out of 100, providing excellent signal access. These ratings ensure you have good internet for working from home and daily use without interruption.
Is it safe to live in Raglan Community considering flood risks and crime?
Flood risk assessments pass with a low threat level. Crime risk statistics are unavailable as the data applies only to England. You can live in Raglan Community with confidence regarding flood safety while awaiting local crime data.
Are there any planning restrictions on building homes in Raglan Community?
The area contains protected woodland which represents a planning constraint. No Ramsar wetland sites or Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty cover the parish. You can build in most parts of the 34.3 km² area without major environmental hurdles.

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