HR8 2XQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Winston Close, 0.6km from Ledbury in Ledbury. Administratively it sits within Ledbury South ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £252k.
Census 2021 statistics for HR8 2XQ are sourced from Output Area E00070878 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WINSTON CLOSE, HR8 2XQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINSTON CLOSE, HR8 2XQ.
295
55
£ 42,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 90% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, HR8 2XQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HR8 2XQ. The average age is 55.2. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
3 sales · Mean £ 230,000
Detached
£ 291,000
3 sales · Mean £ 288,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HR8 2XQ has low crime rates — 36 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
John Masefield High School
Ledbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Ceci Paolo Delicatessen & Caffe Bar0.7 km
- D T Waller Ltd0.8 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Gurneys Butchers0.8 km
- Lanark House Investment Ltd0.6 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Feathers Hotel0.7 km
- Harlequin-Ledbury0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Retreat0.7 km
- The Seven Stars0.8 km
- Full Pitcher0.7 km
- Talbot Hotel0.6 km
- The Brewery Inn Ltd0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Choccotastic0.8 km
- Coffee#10.8 km
- Handley Organics0.8 km
- Ledbury Grill0.7 km
- Ledbury Leisure Centre0.2 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Ali’s Kebabs & Pizza House0.8 km
- Codfather II0.9 km
- Pizza House0.8 km
- Number One Sandwich Bar Ltd0.8 km
- Wing on Take Away0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ledbury1.7 km
- Colwall7.2 km
- Great Malvern11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Orchard Place0.2 km
- Bramley Close0.2 km
- Bramley Close0.2 km
- Orchard Place0.2 km
- Dunns Copse0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HR82XQ · Data under Open Government Licence