Is HR2 0BG a safe place to live?

Yes, HR2 0BG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in HR2 0BG?

The average property price in HR2 0BG is currently around £95k.

What is the population of HR2 0BG?

The population for the HR2 0BG area is approximately 177 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HOWTON COTTAGES, HR2 0BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWTON COTTAGES, HR2 0BG.

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Population

177

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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6/10

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2/10

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2/10

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6/10

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6/10

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1/10

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4/10

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1/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates HR2 0BG — age 46, 47% ownership, 46% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HR2 0BG is a safe, established residential area on Howton Cottages, 0.1km from Howton in Herefordshire, County of. Administratively it sits within Wormside ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

For renters and young professionals, HR2 0BG offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for HR2 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00071197 (shared with 14 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 HR2 0BG. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian1.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.6%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

43%Active

FT: 24%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 95,000

1 sales · Mean £ 95,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

HR2 0BG has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hereford15.1 km
Abergavenny19.1 km