Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HR8 2GY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR8 2GY.

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Population

570

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. HR8 2GY spans multiple life stages — average age 42, 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

HR8 2GY is a safe, established residential area located 0.9km from Happy Land in Herefordshire, County of. Administratively it sits within Ledbury South ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, HR8 2GY represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for HR8 2GY are sourced from Output Area E00070872 (shared with 31 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 HR8 2GY. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed6.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

HR8 2GY has low crime rates — 33 incidents 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 offences23
Anti-social behaviour14
Burglary6
Other theft4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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John Masefield High School

Good889 pupils0.9 km
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Ledbury Primary School

Good393 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • D T Waller Ltd0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Ledbury Cricket Club Ltd0.6 km
  • Ledbury Leisure Centre0.9 km
  • Ledbury Town Football Club0.5 km
  • JMSport0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Leadon House Hotel0.7 km
  • Harlequin-Ledbury0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Full Pitcher0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ledbury2.1 km
  • Colwall7.9 km
  • Great Malvern12.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Kipling Road (Schools)0.2 km
  • Kipling Road (Schools)0.2 km
  • Hazle Close0.3 km
  • Martins Way0.5 km