Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HR1 2RZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR1 2RZ.

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Population

286

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian4.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences56
Criminal damage and arson22
Anti-social behaviour20
Other theft14
Drugs8

school Local Schools

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St James' CofE Primary School

Good216 pupils0.4 km
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Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

Good40 pupils1.0 km
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St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy

Good226 pupils1.0 km
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St Martin's Primary School

Good371 pupils1.1 km
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Barrs Court School

Outstanding76 pupils1.1 km
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Lord Scudamore Primary Academy

Good571 pupils1.2 km
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Hampton Dene Primary School

Good265 pupils1.3 km
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Our Lady's RC Primary School

Good185 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Hereford0.9 km
  • Morrisons0.9 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
fastfood

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

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