HR1 2RZ is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Bartonsham in Hereford. Administratively it sits within Eign Hill ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for HR1 2RZ are sourced from Output Area E00071167 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HR1 2RZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR1 2RZ.
286
40
£ 40,000 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HR1 2RZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 60% owner-occupation and average age 40, HR1 2RZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR1 2RZ. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HR1 2RZ has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St James' CofE Primary School
Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service
St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy
St Martin's Primary School
Barrs Court School
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
Hampton Dene Primary School
Our Lady's RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Cherries and Berries Ltd0.9 km
- Clintons0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Hereford Off Licence0.9 km
- Mailes Bros0.9 km
- + 48 more
Pub, NightClub
30 nearby- Gordon Bennetts0.8 km
- Golden Fleece0.6 km
- The Grapes0.9 km
- The Kerry0.8 km
- The Shack Revolution0.8 km
- + 25 more
Restaurant, Cafe
67 nearby- Bill's Kitchen Hereford1.0 km
- Cafe Bodega1.0 km
- Costa0.9 km
- FirstLight Trust1.0 km
- Fujisan1.0 km
- + 62 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Marks & Spencer Hereford0.9 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
- Lidl0.8 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- A&J0.8 km
- Marmaris Kebab House0.8 km
- Prince's Meals On Wheels0.7 km
- Ruby Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Sizzler0.8 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Charades Guest House0.9 km
- Holly House Bed & Breakfast1.0 km
- Castle House Hotel0.6 km
- Green Dragon Hotel1.0 km
- Somerville House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hereford1.0 km
- Ledbury19.2 km
- Leominster19.4 km
Bus Stops
- St James Road0.2 km
- St Giles0.2 km
- Harold Street0.2 km
- Harold Street0.2 km
- Park Street Shelter0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HR12RZ · Data under Open Government Licence