Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

WELLBROOK CLOSE, HR1 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLBROOK CLOSE, HR1 1AN.

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Population

292

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 47,600 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HR1 1AN combines high owner-occupation (70%), strong property values (£185k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £185k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 65.9% year-on-year.

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HR1 1AN is a sought-after residential area on Wellbrook Close, 0.4km from College Estate in Hereford. Administratively it sits within Holmer ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, HR1 1AN is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, up 65.9% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for HR1 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00070594 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR1 1AN. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 240,000

5 sales · Mean £ 231,400

Terraced

£ 198,000

1 sales · Mean £ 198,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

HR1 1AN has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson4
Possession of weapons3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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St Francis Xavier's Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils0.5 km
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Aylestone School

Requires Improvement430 pupils0.9 km
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Broadlands Primary School

Good120 pupils0.9 km
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Barrs Court School

Outstanding76 pupils1.1 km
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The Beacon College

45 pupils1.1 km
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Holmer CofE Academy

Outstanding418 pupils1.4 km
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St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy

Good226 pupils1.6 km
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Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

Good40 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • College Green Spar Post Office & Store0.7 km
  • Legges0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Swan Inn0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • College Green Chip Shop Ltd0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hopbine Hotel0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Taste for Adventure0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hereford1.3 km
  • Leominster17.2 km
  • Ledbury19.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Park0.4 km
  • St Francis Xavier School0.4 km
  • St Francis Xavier School0.4 km
  • The Swan0.4 km
  • The Swan0.4 km