Is HR3 5ER a safe place to live?

Yes, HR3 5ER is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in HR3 5ER?

The average property price in HR3 5ER is currently around £278k.

What is the population of HR3 5ER?

The population for the HR3 5ER area is approximately 238 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HR3 5ER House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR3 5ER.

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Population

238

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,000 /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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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9/10

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2/10

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9/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 47, HR3 5ER has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

HR3 5ER is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Cabalva in Herefordshire, County of. Administratively it sits within Golden Valley North ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, HR3 5ER represents 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 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £278k.

Census 2021 statistics for HR3 5ER are sourced from Output Area E00070769 (shared with 21 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 HR3 5ER. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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Detached

£ 278,500

5 sales · Mean £ 268,866

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

HR3 5ER has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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