Is HR2 0BU a safe place to live?

Yes, HR2 0BU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in HR2 0BU?

The average property price in HR2 0BU is currently around £335k.

What is the population of HR2 0BU?

The population for the HR2 0BU area is approximately 151 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

SPITEHOUSE RISE, HR2 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPITEHOUSE RISE, HR2 0BU.

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Population

151

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HR2 0BU 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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10/10

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5/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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6/10

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2/10

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Area Character

HR2 0BU is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £335k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

HR2 0BU is a safe, established residential area on Spitehouse Rise, 0.2km from Pontrilas Road in Ewyas Harold. Administratively it sits within Wormside ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, HR2 0BU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.

Census 2021 statistics for HR2 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00071199 (shared with 114 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 0BU. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.3%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 177,250

4 sales · Mean £ 193,712

Detached

£ 362,600

6 sales · Mean £ 350,033

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

HR2 0BU has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft4

Violence and sexual offences2

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Ewyas Harold Primary School

Good108 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Neil Powell Master Butchers0.3 km
Pontrilas Village Store and Post Office0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

The Little Blue Elephant Play Cafe Limited0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Abergavenny16.7 km
Hereford17.6 km

Bus Stops

Telephone Exchange0.1 km
Telephone Exchange0.1 km
Post Office0.3 km
Post Office0.3 km