Breinton Road is in Hereford and in Hereford district. HR4 0JY is located in the Greyfriars 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 Breinton Road, Hereford, HR4 0JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR4 0LF, HR4 0JZ, HR4 0LG, HR4 0JB, HR4 0JD, HR4 0LQ, HR4 0LL, HR4 0LD, HR4 0LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HR4 0JY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents 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 | 53.5% | 48.8% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 46.5% | 51.2% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 29% | 28.4% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 45% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 12.1% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 11.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.2% | 36.3% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 34.5% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 18% | 23.6% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 5% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 35.7% | 22% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 13.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 24.1% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 8.2% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 5.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.1% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.2% | 95% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Breinton Road was 22.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.2% lower than the Greyfriars average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Breinton Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Greyfriars and the 181st lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Breinton Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-10-18 | £307,251 |
| 86 Breinton Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £262,700 | 2022-06-29 | £272,921 |
| 59 Breinton Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-04-21 | £253,387 |
| 76 Breinton Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Other, an established residential building | £549,400 | 2021-12-10 | £571,305 |
| 98 Breinton Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2019-01-21 | £294,848 |
The percentage of retired residents living in HR4 0JY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Scudamore Primary Academy Friar Street , HR4 0AS | 3out of 4 | 934 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary School Belmont Avenue , HR2 7JF | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC Primary School Boycott Road , HR2 7RN | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's Primary School Holly Bush Walk , HR2 6AF | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy Coningsby Street , HR1 2DY | 1out of 4 | 1,685 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecross Hereford Three Elms Road , HR4 0RN | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hereford Academy Marlbrook Road , Redhill HR2 7NG | 1out of 4 | 2,016 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylestone School Broadlands House , Broadlands Lane HR1 1HY | 2out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School Hampton Dene Road , Tupsley HR1 1UU | 2out of 4 | 3,837 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 | 2,869 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Sixth Form College Folly Lane , HR1 1LU | - not rated | 2,871 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford College of Arts Folly Lane , HR1 1LT | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,473 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Cathedral Junior School 28 Castle Street , HR1 2NW | - not rated | 1,573 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brookfield School Grandstand Road , HR4 9NG | 2out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service Coningsby Street , HR1 2DY | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackmarston School Honddu Close , HR2 7NX | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herefordshire Waterworks Museum | Herefordshire Waterworks Museum, Broomy Hill | 290 yd | |
| The Chapel Florist & Tea Room | The Old Chapel, Westfaling Street | 333 yd | |
| Museum of Cider | 21 Ryelands Street | 553 yd | |
| Saudade Café | 63 Whitecross Road | 669 yd | |
| Unity Works Social Enterprises | Herefordshire Council, Plough Lane Offices, Plough Lane | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Inn | 7 Cotterell Street | 582 yd | |
| Hereford Amateur Operatic Society | Hereford Operatic Society, 148-152 Whitecross Road | 687 yd | |
| Great Western Railway Staff Association | 15 Barton Yard | 725 yd | |
| The Vaga Tavern | 26 Vaga Street | 751 yd | |
| Hereford Whitecross Club | Whitecross Tennis Club, Sollars Close | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecross Fish Bar | 15 Whitecross Road | 665 yd | |
| New Lucky House | 9 Holmer Street | 672 yd | |
| Plaice 54 | 54 Hunderton Road | 872 yd | |
| Batterlicious | 152 Eign Street | 892 yd | |
| New Chop Suey Bar | 162 Eign Street | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 1 Barton Yard | 654 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 141 Whitecross Road | 660 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 166-168 Eign Street | 892 yd | |
| Asda | Belmont Road | 967 yd | |
| Tesco | Bewell Street | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford Cathedral School Pitches CATHEDRAL SCHOOL SPORTS PAVILLION AND GROUNDS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL SPORTS PAVILLION AND GROUNDS BELVEDERE LANE | grass pitches | 415 yd |
| Broomy Hill BROOMY HILL | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Westfaling Street Park Westfaling Street | cycling, grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Riverside Primary School BELMONT AVENUE | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Lord Scudamore Academy FRIARS STREET | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Hereford Whitecross Club SOLLARS CLOSE | squash courts, tennis courts | 859 yd |
| Blue Lizard Fitness (Closed) 38-40 38-40 Berrington Street | health and fitness suite | 1,033 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.