Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

OLD ROAD, HR7 4BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD ROAD, HR7 4BQ.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

HR7 4BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

HR7 4BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Old Road, 0.1km from Knapp, The in Bromyard. Administratively it sits within Bromyard West ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, HR7 4BQ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 86 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £211k.

Census 2021 statistics for HR7 4BQ are sourced from Output Area E00070684 (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 HR7 4BQ. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 169,975

8 sales · Mean £ 183,743

Semi-Detached

£ 212,500

8 sales · Mean £ 202,000

Detached

£ 235,000

4 sales · Mean £ 219,375

Flat

£ 75,000

2 sales · Mean £ 75,000

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

Crime around HR7 4BQ is moderate at 86 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences100
Anti-social behaviour77
Criminal damage and arson52
Public order25
Shoplifting24

school Local Schools

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St Peter's Primary School

Good0.6 km
S

Queen Elizabeth High School

Good357 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Kings Arms0.2 km
  • Rose And Lion Inn0.1 km
  • The Inn at Bromyard0.2 km
  • The Queen's Arms0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Brew0.2 km
  • Bromyard Cricket Club0.7 km
  • Mahi's0.2 km
  • Cosy Cafe0.2 km
  • Flavours0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ramos Pizza Kebab House0.2 km
  • Shun Fat Chinese Takeaway0.0 km
  • Lin's Wok0.2 km
  • New Jade Garden0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Gilberts0.4 km
  • High Street Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Legges of Bromyard0.3 km
  • Loafers Patisserie0.3 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Falcon Hotel0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.3 km
  • Co-operative0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Malvern Link14.9 km
  • Malvern15.0 km
  • Leominster15.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Pump Street0.3 km
  • Co-op Store0.3 km
  • Tower Hill0.3 km
  • Tower Hill0.3 km
  • Clover Road0.3 km