St Owen Street is in Hereford and in Herefordshire district. HR1 2PL is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hereford and South Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Owen Street, Hereford, HR1 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR1 2LY, HR1 2JB, HR1 2LP, HR1 2PR, HR1 2PH, HR1 2LU, HR1 2PG, HR1 2HU, HR1 2NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HR1 2PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 40.6% | 51.3% | 10.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 59.4% | 48.7% | -10.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around HR1 2PL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.1% | 54.9% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.5% | 23.3% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -20.9% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 16% | 12.4% | -3.6% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.6% | 43.9% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 34.8% | -4.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.8% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.9% | 20.6% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 12% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.6% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.1% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 34.1% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 7% | 2.6% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 91.7% | 87.5% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 6.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 76.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| European Union | 11.3% | 13.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 7.9% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.1% | 76.3% | -3.8% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 6.6% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 5.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 6.9% | 1.3% | 1.9% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.6% | 76.7% | -19.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 6.3% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| South-East Asia | 3% | 0.2% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Owen Street was 163.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.6% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Owen Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Central and the 46th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 St Owen Street, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2015-10-30 | £464,664 |
| 12 St Owen Street, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2007-03-09 | £972,771 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy Coningsby Street , HR1 2DY | 1out of 4 | 515 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Scudamore Primary Academy Friar Street , HR4 0AS | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Primary School Vicarage Road , HR1 2QN | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's Primary School Holly Bush Walk , HR2 6AF | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary School Belmont Avenue , HR2 7JF | 3out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aylestone School Broadlands House , Broadlands Lane HR1 1HY | 2out of 4 | 1,746 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School Hampton Dene Road , Tupsley HR1 1UU | 2out of 4 | 2,290 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hereford Academy Marlbrook Road , Redhill HR2 7NG | 1out of 4 | 2,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Hereford Three Elms Road , HR4 0RN | 3out of 4 | 2,638 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC High School Lugwardine , HR1 4DR | 4out of 4 | 4,247 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herefordshire, Ludlow and North Shropshire College Folly Lane , HR1 1LS | - not rated | 1,407 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford College of Arts Folly Lane , HR1 1LT | - not rated | 1,430 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Sixth Form College Folly Lane , HR1 1LU | - not rated | 1,432 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hereford Cathedral School Old Deanery , The Cathedral Close HR1 2NG | - not rated | 143 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Cathedral Junior School 28 Castle Street , HR1 2NW | - not rated | 234 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service Coningsby Street , HR1 2DY | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrs Court School Barrs Court Road , HR1 1EQ | 4out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal National College for the Blind Venns Lane , HR1 1DT | - not rated | 1,608 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiki's | 20 St Owen Street | 5 yd | |
| Cafe Miro | 43 St Owen Street | 40 yd | |
| Magic Masala | 9 St Owen Street | 68 yd | |
| Simply Thai Kitchen | 37 St Owen Street | 71 yd | |
| St Peters Church House | St Peters Square | 119 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fleece | 1 St Owen Street | 40 yd | |
| The Venue | Gaol Street | 126 yd | |
| The Barrels | 69 St Owen Street | 176 yd | |
| Gordon Bennetts | 8 St Peters Street | 198 yd | |
| Gilbies Bar & Bistro | 4 St Peters Close, Commercial Street | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceans | 56 St Owen Street | 175 yd | |
| Sizzler | 3 Union Street | 233 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab House | 21 Union Street | 233 yd | |
| 2J Takeaway | 19a Union Street | 233 yd | |
| A&J | 29 Union Street | 233 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Hereford | 30-34 High Town | 284 yd | |
| Morrisons | Station Approach | 566 yd | |
| Tesco | Bewell Street | 594 yd | |
| Waitrose | Old Market | 638 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit B Lidl Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 668 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford Cathedral School THE OLD DEANERY THE OLD DEANERY CATHEDRAL CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 176 yd |
| Archways Leisure (Closed) 71-73 71-73 St. Owen Street | health and fitness suite | 218 yd |
| Blue Lizard Fitness (Closed) Aubrey Street | health and fitness suite | 403 yd |
| Bodyworx Gym (Closed) Canal Road | health and fitness suite | 487 yd |
| Blue Lizard Fitness (Closed) 38-40 38-40 Berrington Street | health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| St Thomas Cantilupe Cofe Academy CONINGSBY STREET | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| St James' C Of E Primary School VICARAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| Edgar Street (Hereford Fc) EDGAR STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 717 yd |
| Hereford Leisure Pool St. Martins Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 739 yd |
| Lord Scudamore Academy FRIARS STREET | grass pitches | 742 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.