Is HR8 2UN a safe place to live?

Yes, HR8 2UN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of HR8 2UN?

The population for the HR8 2UN area is approximately 469 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

HR8 2UN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HR8 2UN.

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Population

469

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

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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9/10

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8/10

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2/10

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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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8/10

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Area Character

HR8 2UN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

HR8 2UN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.0km from Callow Marsh in Herefordshire, County of. Administratively it sits within Bishops Frome & Cradley ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, HR8 2UN represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for HR8 2UN are sourced from Output Area E00070749 (shared with 27 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 HR8 2UN. The average age is 51.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%

Asian / British Asian0.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 34%

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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

HR8 2UN has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ledbury10.0 km
Colwall11.9 km
Malvern13.5 km