Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

LOWER CROSS, HR5 3BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER CROSS, HR5 3BG.

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Population

232

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HR5 3BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. HR5 3BG spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

HR5 3BG is a safe, established residential area on Lower Cross, 0.3km from Crooked Well in Kington. Administratively it sits within Kington ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For renters and young professionals, HR5 3BG offers residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £83k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for HR5 3BG are sourced from Output Area E00070850 (shared with 11 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 HR5 3BG. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.6%
Asian / British Asian7.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 83,500

1 sales · Mean £ 83,500

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

HR5 3BG has low crime rates — 30 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 offences47
Criminal damage and arson16
Anti-social behaviour9
Public order7
Possession of weapons4

school Local Schools

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Kington Primary School

Good213 pupils0.3 km
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Lady Hawkins' School

Good264 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • J & P Turner0.2 km
  • Grapevine0.1 km
  • Kings News (Ctn)0.1 km
  • Kington Stores (Nisa)0.1 km
  • Number 25 Delicatessen0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Swan Hotel0.2 km
  • The Walking Hub0.1 km
  • Burton Hotel0.2 km
  • Castle Hill House0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Oxford Arms0.1 km
  • The Royal Oak0.2 km
  • Wine Vaults0.1 km
  • Ye Olde Tavern0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Arrow Masonic Club0.5 km
  • Kington Bowling Club0.5 km
  • The Lion Café Ltd0.1 km
  • Taj Mahal0.1 km
  • Thai Kitchen0.1 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Bamboo Garden0.2 km
  • Angel Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Grumpie Grampies0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knighton15.7 km
  • Knucklas17.9 km
  • Bucknell18.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Library0.0 km
  • Post Office0.0 km
  • Post Office0.0 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km