Broadmoor Common is in Woolhope, Hereford and in Herefordshire district. HR1 4QX is located in the Backbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broadmoor Common, Woolhope, Hereford, HR1 4QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR1 4QX is primarily male, with 54.7% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 45.3% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 54.7% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HR1 4QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.7% | 30.6% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 56.5% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 0.5% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.1% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 2.2% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 49.5% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 36.3% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 12.3% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 0.9% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 10% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 10.5% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11.6% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 11.1% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.4% | 48.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 15.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 92.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 92.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 3.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 93.5% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadmoor Common was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% lower than the Backbury average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Broadmoor Common has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Backbury and the 247th lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadmoor Cottage Broadmoor Common, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-06-30 | £631,780 |
| Haughwood Gate Cottage Broadmoor Common, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2019-01-25 | £455,316 |
| Woodlands Broadmoor Common, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2018-05-18 | £258,033 |
| Woodside Cottage Broadmoor Common, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2016-06-06 | £639,703 |
| Broken Gate Cottage Broadmoor Common, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2006-05-19 | £581,773 |
HR1 4QX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
HR1 4QX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in HR1 4QX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Court Orchard , Fownhope HR1 4PG | 3out of 4 | 2,902 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mordiford CofE Primary School Mordiford , HR1 4LW | 4out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 14.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.