HR4 0AU is a safe, established residential area on Barton Road, 0.5km from Hereford St. Martins in Hereford. Administratively it sits within Greyfriars ward and the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, HR4 0AU represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k, up 9.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HR4 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00071091 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARTON ROAD, HR4 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARTON ROAD, HR4 0AU.
450
47
£ 44,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HR4 0AU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 47, HR4 0AU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £323k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 9.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR4 0AU. The average age is 47.0. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 318,500
9 sales · Mean £ 321,722
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HR4 0AU has low crime rates — 46 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.
school Local Schools
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
Riverside Primary School
St Martin's Primary School
Our Lady's RC Primary School
St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy
Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service
St James' CofE Primary School
Blackmarston School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
78 nearby- Eign Stop0.5 km
- Taylors Pharmacy1.0 km
- Chandos Pharmacy1.0 km
- Claires Accessories Uk Ltd0.9 km
- Charcuterie-Hereford0.9 km
- + 73 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Travelodge0.2 km
- Castle House Hotel0.9 km
- Green Dragon Hotel0.6 km
- Holly Tree Guest House0.2 km
- Alexander Guest House0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
34 nearby- Beer in Hand0.5 km
- Hereford Military Club0.4 km
- Rubix1.0 km
- Golden Fleece1.0 km
- The Grapes0.8 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
82 nearby- Museum of Cider0.4 km
- Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Lunch Club0.8 km
- Razbari0.5 km
- Sabores De Portugal0.5 km
- Cafe Miro1.0 km
- + 77 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.5 km
- Marks & Spencer Hereford0.8 km
- Asda0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Batterlicious0.5 km
- New Chop Suey Bar0.5 km
- Whitecross Fish Bar0.5 km
- A&J1.0 km
- Marmaris Kebab House1.0 km
- + 19 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hereford1.4 km
- Leominster19.1 km
Bus Stops
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- St Martin's Street0.4 km
- Friar Street Library0.4 km
- Asda Store0.4 km
- Victoria Court0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: HR40AU · Data under Open Government Licence