Is WR6 5AS a safe place to live?

Yes, WR6 5AS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of WR6 5AS?

The population for the WR6 5AS area is approximately 347 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Herefordshire, County of, West Midlands

WR6 5AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WR6 5AS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-09 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

347

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WR6 5AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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Area Character

WR6 5AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 77% 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

WR6 5AS is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Halmond's Frome in Herefordshire, County of. Administratively it sits within Bishops Frome & Cradley ward and the North Herefordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, WR6 5AS represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WR6 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00070744 (shared with 16 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 WR6 5AS. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%

Asian / British Asian1.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 3%

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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 2025-09)

WR6 5AS has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary1

Drugs1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ledbury10.0 km
Colwall10.0 km
Malvern10.8 km