HR1 3JU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.2km from Litmarsh in Herefordshire, County of. Administratively it sits within Hampton ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in HR1, HR1 3JU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £780k, down 32.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HR1 3JU are sourced from Output Area E00070804 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HR1 3JU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR1 3JU.
280
49
£ 44,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HR1 3JU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HR1 3JU combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£780k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 32.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR1 3JU. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 650,000
6 sales · Mean £ 610,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
HR1 3JU has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Michael's CofE Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leominster8.3 km
- Hereford10.6 km
Bus Stops
- Memorial0.1 km
- Memorial0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HR13JU · Data under Open Government Licence