Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

DOWARD CLOSE, HR1 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWARD CLOSE, HR1 1AJ.

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Population

292

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 47,600 /yr

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Employed

57%

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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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

HR1 1AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £221k, 70% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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HR1 1AJ is a sought-after residential area on Doward Close, 0.2km from College Estate in Hereford. Administratively it sits within Holmer ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HR1, HR1 1AJ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £221k. 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 HR1 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00070594 (shared with 9 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 HR1 1AJ. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
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

£ 210,500

2 sales · Mean £ 210,500

Detached

£ 233,500

2 sales · Mean £ 233,500

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

HR1 1AJ has low crime rates — 18 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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St Francis Xavier's Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils0.5 km
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Broadlands Primary School

Good120 pupils1.0 km
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Aylestone School

Requires Improvement430 pupils1.0 km
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Barrs Court School

Outstanding76 pupils1.0 km
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Holmer CofE Academy

Outstanding418 pupils1.2 km
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The Beacon College

45 pupils1.3 km
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Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

Good40 pupils1.5 km
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St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy

Good226 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Aramark Ltd - Special Metals0.9 km
  • Taste for Adventure0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • College Green Spar Post Office & Store0.5 km
  • Legges0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Swan Inn0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • College Green Chip Shop Ltd0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hopbine Hotel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hereford1.2 km
  • Leominster17.2 km
  • Ledbury19.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Park0.2 km
  • College Road0.3 km
  • College Road0.3 km
  • St Francis Xavier School0.3 km
  • St Francis Xavier School0.3 km