HR9 5BH is a sought-after residential area on Firs Road, 0.0km from Archenfield in Ross-on-Wye. Administratively it sits within Ross West ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.
For serious buyers, HR9 5BH is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £475k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for HR9 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00071033 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FIRS ROAD, HR9 5BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIRS ROAD, HR9 5BH.
306
46
£ 41,900 /yr
51%
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. HR9 5BH's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £475k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR9 5BH. The average age is 45.8. 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
Detached
£ 430,750
10 sales · Mean £ 465,350
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HR9 5BH has low crime rates — 12 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
4 nearby- Tudorville Post Office and Stores0.5 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Truffles Delicatessen1.0 km
- Zero Waste Stall1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Royal Hotel0.9 km
- The White House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Hope And Anchor1.0 km
- Priory Coffee House1.0 km
- Ross on Wye Bowling Club0.7 km
- The Pavilion1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Cafe Zam Zam1.0 km
- New Golden Horse1.0 km
- Audrey's Fish Bar0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Prince of Wales0.6 km
- Ross Masonic Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hereford18.9 km
- Ledbury19.2 km
Bus Stops
- Firs Road0.1 km
- Firs Road0.1 km
- Watling Street0.2 km
- Lincoln Close0.2 km
- Watling Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HR95BH · Data under Open Government Licence