Poplar Road is in Clehonger, Hereford and in South Herefordshire district. HR2 9SW is located in the Wormside 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 Poplar Road, Clehonger, Hereford, HR2 9SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR2 9SX, HR2 9SZ, HR2 9SP, HR2 9SU, HR2 9TE, HR2 9ST, HR2 9RH, HR2 9TH, HR2 9RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HR2 9SW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.7% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.3% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 HR2 9SW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.9% 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 | 20.7% | 17.9% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 66.9% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 22.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 47.4% | 45.9% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 32% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 23.3% | 17.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 7.7% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 18.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.7% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 18.1% | 1.7% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 27% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.9% | 96.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.3% | 97.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 95.9% | 97.4% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.2% | 37.2% | -13.0% |
| Christian | 68.2% | 46.2% | 22.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Road was 9.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.2% lower than the Birch average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Poplar Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Birch and the 43rd lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Poplar Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-10-14 | £412,510 |
| 16 Poplar Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-09-19 | £330,317 |
| 19 Poplar Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-09-13 | £259,615 |
| 9 Poplar Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-21 | £155,769 |
| 10 Poplar Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-02-10 | £351,414 |
HR2 9SW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
HR2 9SW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 HR2 9SW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clehonger CofE Primary School Gosmore Road , Clehonger HR2 9SN | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingstone and Thruxton Primary School Kingstone , HR2 9HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madley Primary School Madley , HR2 9PH | 3out of 4 | 3,415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingstone High School Kingstone , HR2 9HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clehonger Action Network | Clehonger Village Hall, Birch Hill Road | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Stars Inn | Seven Stars Inn | 752 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 | 23.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 23.8% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.