Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

CASTLE MEADOW, HR9 5BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE MEADOW, HR9 5BJ.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HR9 5BJ's low deprivation rank, 83% ownership, and £795k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £795k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

HR9 5BJ is a safe, established residential area on Castle Meadow, 0.1km from Ashfield in Ross-on-Wye. Administratively it sits within Ross West ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HR9, HR9 5BJ offers 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 residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £795k.

Census 2021 statistics for HR9 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00071017 (shared with 13 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 HR9 5BJ. 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

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 667,250

2 sales · Mean £ 667,250

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

HR9 5BJ has low crime rates — 11 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 offences10
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Ashfield Park Primary School

Good334 pupils0.2 km
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St Joseph's RC Primary School

Good127 pupils0.4 km
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Brampton Abbotts CofE Primary School

Good124 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Card Factory0.7 km
  • Field Fayre0.7 km
  • Grape Tree0.8 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Holland and Barrett0.8 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Royal Hotel0.5 km
  • The Bridge House Hotel0.8 km
  • The White Lion0.7 km
  • Castle Lodge Hotel0.8 km
  • Copperfield House0.9 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Crown and Sceptre0.6 km
  • The Drop Inn0.9 km
  • Jacqueline's0.8 km
  • Motley Hog Brewery0.9 km
  • Orles Barn Hotel1.0 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Cantilupe Cafe0.9 km
  • Coffee#10.6 km
  • Gelatis0.7 km
  • Hope And Anchor0.5 km
  • Leonards at 390.6 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Cafe Zam Zam0.6 km
  • China Boy 'Jo'0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Indyyum Restaurant & Rasio0.6 km
  • New Golden Horse0.6 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hereford18.6 km
  • Ledbury18.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Ashfield Park School0.1 km
  • Palmerston Road0.3 km
  • Palmerston Road0.3 km
  • Wilton Road0.3 km
  • Prince of Wales PH0.3 km