Welcome to Walford, Letton and Newton
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Walford, Letton and Newton is a civil parish in north Herefordshire, England, and approximately 20 miles (30 km) north-northwest from the city and county town of Hereford, and 2 miles (3 km) east from the border with Wales. Parish settlements are the village of Walford, at the north, and the hamlets of Letton and Newton farther south. The post town is Craven Arms and post district, SY7. Parish population at the 2011 census was 179.Walford village is 600 yards (500 m) south of the River Teme, and about 1 mile (1.6 km) south-west of Leintwardine. The A4113 Bromfield to Knighton road runs through the village. Mound remains of a motte-and-bailey are at the east of Walford (grid reference SO3913972413). Letton, 1.5 miles (2 km) south of Walford, comprises two farms and two residential properties. Newton comprises a group of farm buildings and a row of six cottages. At the time of the Domesday Survey Walford was known as 'Waliforde', which may mean 'ford of the Welshmen'.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
654 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
148 (2021) |
Density |
23 people/km2 |
Mean age |
42.9 |
Ward |
Mortimer |
District |
Herefordshire, County of |
Postcodes |
SY7 |
ONS ID |
E04000897 |
Council
Contact details for Walford, Letton and Newton Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Walford, Letton and Newton Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Walford, Letton and Newton Parish.
Planning
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Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Walford, Letton and Newton Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Walford, Letton and Newton Parish.