Is HR1 1AZ a safe place to live?

Yes, HR1 1AZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in HR1 1AZ?

The average property price in HR1 1AZ is currently around £236k.

What is the population of HR1 1AZ?

The population for the HR1 1AZ area is approximately 274 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

THISTLEDOWN GROVE, HR1 1AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THISTLEDOWN GROVE, HR1 1AZ.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

53%

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.

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8/10

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9/10

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6/10

workEmployment

6/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

6/10

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7/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. HR1 1AZ spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 1.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HR1 1AZ is a safe, established residential area on Thistledown Grove, 0.6km from Franchisestone in Hereford. Administratively it sits within Tupsley ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £236k, up 1.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HR1 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00071153 (shared with 4 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 1AZ. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%

Asian / British Asian5.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 215,000

17 sales · Mean £ 207,997

Detached

£ 283,500

3 sales · Mean £ 267,833

Semi-Detached

£ 250,250

2 sales · Mean £ 250,250

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

HR1 1AZ 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 offences23

Anti-social behaviour8

Drugs2

Public order1

Other theft1

school Local Schools

St Paul's CofE Primary School

Outstanding424 pupils0.6 km

The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School

Good979 pupils0.7 km

Hampton Dene Primary School

Good265 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Tupsley Post Office & Stores0.8 km
Tupsley Butchers1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Cock Of Tupsley0.6 km
Kyrle Pope Court Social Club0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hereford2.4 km
Ledbury17.3 km
Leominster19.6 km

Bus Stops

Tristram Court0.2 km
Kyrle Pope Court0.2 km
Kyrle Pope Court0.2 km
Tristram Court0.3 km
Sudbury Avenue0.3 km