HR9 5BD is a safe, established residential area on Middleton Avenue, 0.1km from Ashfield in Ross-on-Wye. Administratively it sits within Ross West ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, HR9 5BD represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 83% 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 £242k, down 9.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HR9 5BD are sourced from Output Area E00071017 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MIDDLETON AVENUE, HR9 5BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDDLETON AVENUE, HR9 5BD.
316
46
£ 41,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. HR9 5BD spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 9.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR9 5BD. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 202,000
11 sales · Mean £ 207,222
Detached
£ 262,500
1 sales · Mean £ 262,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HR9 5BD has low crime rates — 9 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.
school Local Schools
Ashfield Park Primary School
St Joseph's RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Card Factory0.7 km
- Field Fayre0.8 km
- Grape Tree0.9 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- Holland and Barrett0.9 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Royal Hotel0.6 km
- The Bridge House Hotel0.9 km
- The White Lion0.9 km
- Castle Lodge Hotel1.0 km
- Kings Head Hotel0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Crown and Sceptre0.7 km
- The Drop Inn1.0 km
- Jacqueline's0.9 km
- Motley Hog Brewery1.0 km
- Prince of Wales0.3 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Cantilupe Cafe0.9 km
- Coffee#10.7 km
- Gelatis0.8 km
- Hope And Anchor0.6 km
- Leonards at 390.7 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Cafe Zam Zam0.6 km
- China Boy 'Jo'0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Indyyum Restaurant & Rasio0.7 km
- New Golden Horse0.6 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hereford18.7 km
- Ledbury18.9 km
Bus Stops
- Ashfield Park School0.1 km
- Palmerston Road0.1 km
- Palmerston Road0.1 km
- Firs Road0.3 km
- Firs Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HR95BD · Data under Open Government Licence