Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

NEW ROAD, HR7 4AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW ROAD, HR7 4AL.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

64

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 87% owner-occupation and an average age of 64, HR7 4AL is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 64). Property prices are trending up 91.1% year-on-year.

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

HR7 4AL is a well-regarded residential area on New Road, 0.2km from Knapp, The in Bromyard. Administratively it sits within Bromyard West ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, HR7 4AL represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 64) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, up 91.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HR7 4AL are sourced from Output Area E00187154 (shared with 17 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 HR7 4AL. The average age is 64.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 430,000

3 sales · Mean £ 431,666

Terraced

£ 190,000

3 sales · Mean £ 201,166

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

Crime around HR7 4AL is moderate at 83 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 offences97
Anti-social behaviour71
Criminal damage and arson45
Other theft20
Public order20

school Local Schools

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Queen Elizabeth High School

Good357 pupils0.6 km
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St Peter's Primary School

Good0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Top Garage Bromyard Ltd1.0 km
  • Gilberts0.4 km
  • High Street Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Legges of Bromyard0.5 km
  • Loafers Patisserie0.4 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Kings Arms0.4 km
  • Rose And Lion Inn0.2 km
  • The Inn at Bromyard0.4 km
  • The Queen's Arms0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Brew0.4 km
  • Bromyard Cricket Club0.6 km
  • HOPE Family Centre0.8 km
  • Mahi's0.4 km
  • Cosy Cafe0.4 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ramos Pizza Kebab House0.4 km
  • Shun Fat Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Lin's Wok0.4 km
  • New Jade Garden0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Falcon Hotel0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.5 km
  • Co-operative0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Malvern Link14.8 km
  • Malvern14.9 km
  • Leominster15.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Clover Road0.2 km
  • Clover Road0.2 km
  • Tower Hill0.3 km
  • Tower Hill0.3 km
  • Pump Street0.3 km