Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HR1 1DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR1 1DU.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HR1 1DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 88% social renting, HR1 1DU is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 46-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HR1 1DU is a mixed residential area located 0.4km from College Hill in Hereford. Administratively it sits within College ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, HR1 1DU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for HR1 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00070605 (shared with 6 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 1DU. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

Crime around HR1 1DU is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences90
Shoplifting69
Anti-social behaviour28
Drugs21
Criminal damage and arson15

school Local Schools

A

Barrs Court School

Outstanding76 pupils0.2 km
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St Francis Xavier's Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils0.5 km
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Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

Good40 pupils0.6 km
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St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy

Good226 pupils0.6 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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Holmer CofE Academy

Outstanding418 pupils1.0 km
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The Beacon College

45 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Somerville House0.9 km
  • Charades Guest House0.5 km
  • Holly House Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
  • Aylestone Court Hotel0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

74 nearby
  • B & M Home Store1.0 km
  • College Green Spar Post Office & Store0.6 km
  • Ledbury Road Service Station1.0 km
  • Biedronka1.0 km
  • Card Factory0.8 km
  • + 69 more
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Pub, NightClub

28 nearby
  • MFA Bowl0.2 km
  • Premier Inn/Thyme Bar & Grill0.6 km
  • Hogarths0.6 km
  • Novello’s Pool Bar and Sports Loft0.8 km
  • The Barrels1.0 km
  • + 23 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

77 nearby
  • Cafe0.4 km
  • Westfields Football Club0.9 km
  • Willow Cafe0.9 km
  • Elizabeth Court0.8 km
  • Cosy Club Hereford0.8 km
  • + 72 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Co-operative0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.4 km
  • Marks & Spencer Hereford0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Perfect0.4 km
  • 2J Takeaway0.7 km
  • New Jasmine House0.5 km
  • College Green Chip Shop Ltd0.6 km
  • Keira’s Charcoal BBQ Grill0.6 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hereford0.2 km
  • Leominster18.1 km
  • Ledbury19.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Bulmer Avenue0.1 km
  • Bryngwyn Close0.1 km
  • Bryngwyn Close0.1 km
  • Bulmer Avenue0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km