Forest Road is in Hay On Wye, Hereford and in Powys district. HR3 5DT 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 Forest Road, Hay On Wye, Hereford, HR3 5DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR3 5DX, HR3 5DW, HR3 5DL, HR3 5DP, HR3 5DU, HR3 5DQ, HR3 5EA, HR3 5ED, HR3 5DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR3 5DT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 56% 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 | 51.8% | 56% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 5.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 44% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -5.0% |
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 | 32.1% | 34.7% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 30.7% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 16.3% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 16.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
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 | 35.8% | 35.2% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 37.9% | -4.5% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 19.2% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 17.7% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 7.4% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 13.8% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 12.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.8% | 40.4% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 6.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| White | 100% | 95.9% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 95.3% | 94.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 93.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 5.5% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forest Road was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.4% lower than the Bronllys and Felin-fach average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Forest Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bronllys and Felin-fach and the 94th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Powys .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lodge Forest Road, Hereford, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-07-10 | £433,901 |
| Nursery Farm Cottage Forest Road, Hereford, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2014-09-26 | £402,044 |
| Mehring Forest Road, Hereford, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2000-12-20 | £587,797 |
| Nursery Farm Cottage Forest Road, Hereford, Powys Detached, an established residential building | £62,000 | 1997-06-30 | £279,823 |
HR3 5DT 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.
HR3 5DT 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 5DT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 5,210 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 | 212 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Clyro C.I.W. School Clyro , HR3 5LE | - not rated | 2,157 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Granary | 20-21 Broad Street, Hay-On-Wye | 90 yd | |
| Cafe Hay | Unit 8 Oxford Rd Craft Ctre, Oxford Road | 231 yd | |
| The Fudge Shop | Units 1 and 2, Oxford Rd Craft Ctre | 231 yd | |
| The Sandwich Cellar | 2 Back Fold, Hay-On-Wye | 263 yd | |
| Hay Castle Cafe | Castle Street, Hay-On-Wye | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hay-on-Wye and District Bowling | Hay-on-Wye Bowling Club, Brecon Road | 194 yd | |
| AMR Catering | The Conservative Club, 35 Lion Street | 511 yd | |
| The Old Black Lion | 26 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye | 519 yd | |
| The Saints Bar | Hay St Mary's Football Club, Playing Fields | 543 yd | |
| The Globe at Hay | Newport Street, Hay-on-wye | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mixing Bowl | (Angie's), 4 St. Johns Place | 448 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye | 457 yd | |
| Hay Takeaway Ltd | Broad Street, Hay-On-Wye | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Newport Street | 850 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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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.