Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HOPTON CLOSE, HR1 4DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOPTON CLOSE, HR1 4DQ.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: HR1 4DQ 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HR1 4DQ combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£297k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £297k 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

HR1 4DQ is a sought-after residential area on Hopton Close, 0.2km from Hagley in Bartestree. Administratively it sits within Hagley ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, HR1 4DQ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 91% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k. 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 4DQ are sourced from Output Area E00070796 (shared with 6 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 4DQ. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 267,000

13 sales · Mean £ 260,388

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

1 sales · Mean £ 180,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

HR1 4DQ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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Lugwardine Primary Academy

Good194 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's RC High School

Outstanding745 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Bartestree Village Stores0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Godwins0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hereford4.8 km
  • Ledbury15.0 km
  • Leominster18.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Stores0.2 km
  • New Inn0.3 km
  • New Inn0.3 km
  • Crossroads0.3 km
  • Crossroads0.3 km