Oxford Villas is in Hay On Wye, Hereford and in Powys district. HR3 5BW is located in the Hay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oxford Villas, Hay On Wye, Hereford, HR3 5BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR3 5AD, HR3 5AN, HR3 5AW, HR3 5AB, HR3 5AR, HR3 5AP, HR3 5AJ, HR3 5AS, HR3 5AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR3 5BW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 55.4% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 50.8% | 44.6% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.2% | 28.1% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39% | 39.4% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 17.2% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 17.8% | 10.3% | -7.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 38.4% | 44.5% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 27.8% | -9.8% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 19.8% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 6.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
In the area around HR3 5BW this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 47.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 9.8% | -14.6% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 7.4% | 1.8% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.2% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 16.2% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 47.5% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 13.7% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 93.4% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 95.5% | 90.7% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 91.2% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| France | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 12.4% | 6.0% | 6.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oxford Villas was 36.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Bronllys and Felin-fach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oxford Villas has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bronllys and Felin-fach and the 149th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Oxford Villas, Hereford, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2017-02-24 | £277,174 |
| 3 Oxford Villas, Hereford, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2013-11-08 | £292,778 |
| 2 Oxford Villas, Hereford, Powys Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2000-05-15 | £352,654 |
HR3 5BW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
HR3 5BW 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 HR3 5BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford Primary School Hardwicke , Hay-on-Wye HR3 5HA | 3out of 4 | 4,728 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hay-On-Wye C.P. School Oxford Road , Hay-on-Wye HR3 5BT | - not rated | 291 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Clyro C.I.W. School Clyro , HR3 5LE | - not rated | 2,428 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wye Valley Yoga | Salem Baptist Church, Bell Bank | 137 yd | |
| The Cosy Cafe | 4/5 High Town, Hay-On-Wye | 204 yd | |
| Leaf | 1 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye | 205 yd | |
| Chapters Restaurant | St John's Place, Lion Street | 205 yd | |
| Tomatitos | 38 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye | 205 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Black Lion | 26 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye | 37 yd | |
| AMR Catering | The Conservative Club, 35 Lion Street | 115 yd | |
| The Globe at Hay | Newport Street, Hay-on-wye | 425 yd | |
| Hay-on-Wye and District Bowling | Hay-on-Wye Bowling Club, Brecon Road | 676 yd | |
| The Saints Bar | Hay St Mary's Football Club, Playing Fields | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mixing Bowl | (Angie's), 4 St. Johns Place | 159 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye | 205 yd | |
| Hay Takeaway Ltd | Broad Street, Hay-On-Wye | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Newport Street | 554 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 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.