Newtown Road is in Hereford and in Hereford district. HR4 9LJ is located in the Widemarsh 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 Newtown Road, Hereford, HR4 9LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR4 9LG, HR4 9LF, HR4 9JH, HR4 9LH, HR4 9SR, HR4 9JS, HR4 9LL, HR4 9LW, HR4 9RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HR4 9LJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 50.2% | 47.7% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 52.3% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 49.3% | 41.3% | -8.0% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 37.2% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 14.3% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.2% | 34% | -12.2% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 44% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 10.4% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 14.7% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 4.6% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 HR4 9LJ this area, 30.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 30.5% | 11.5% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 9.9% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 10.8% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 8.5% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 15.2% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 21.5% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 13.3% | 3.6% | -9.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 95% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 76.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.6% | 2.3% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| European Union | 24.1% | 22.3% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 16.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.3% | 76.3% | 2.0% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 9.3% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 14.2% | 10.1% | -4.1% | 2.9% | 7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 0.8% | -4.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.6% | 76.7% | -20.1% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 10.5% | 1.3% | 9.2% |
| Romania | 4.7% | 0.9% | 3.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newtown Road was 31.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.7% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Newtown Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Central and the 282nd lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Newtown Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-11-14 | £180,355 |
| 57 Newtown Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-11-09 | £272,483 |
| 89 Newtown Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-10-29 | £173,890 |
| 69 Newtown Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2019-06-14 | £196,216 |
| 59 Newtown Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2017-11-03 | £270,121 |
HR4 9LJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer CofE Academy Holmer Road , HR4 9RX | 4out of 4 | 501 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy Coningsby Street , HR1 2DY | 1out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier's Primary School Venns Lane , HR1 1DT | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Scudamore Primary Academy Friar Street , HR4 0AS | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadlands Primary School Broadlands Lane , HR1 1HY | 2out of 4 | 1,731 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,879 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylestone School Broadlands House , Broadlands Lane HR1 1HY | 2out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School Hampton Dene Road , Tupsley HR1 1UU | 2out of 4 | 2,838 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hereford Academy Marlbrook Road , Redhill HR2 7NG | 1out of 4 | 3,341 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC High School Lugwardine , HR1 4DR | 4out of 4 | 4,523 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hereford Sixth Form College Folly Lane , HR1 1LU | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herefordshire, Ludlow and North Shropshire College Folly Lane , HR1 1LS | - not rated | 1,620 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford College of Arts Folly Lane , HR1 1LT | - not rated | 1,732 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service Coningsby Street , HR1 2DY | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brookfield School Grandstand Road , HR4 9NG | 2out of 4 | 929 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrs Court School Barrs Court Road , HR1 1EQ | 4out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal National College for the Blind Venns Lane , HR1 1DT | - not rated | 995 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Cathedral School Old Deanery , The Cathedral Close HR1 2NG | - not rated | 1,317 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | Farriers Way | 132 yd | |
| Flip Out Pumped Up Hereford | Unit 21, Mortimer Trading Centre, Mortimer Road | 256 yd | |
| The Courtyard Trading Company Ltd | The Courtyard Theatre, Penhaligon Way | 259 yd | |
| Willow Cafe | Widemarsh Family Centre, Widemarsh Common Road | 298 yd | |
| Westfields Football Club | Moor House Playing Fields | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxford Arms | 111 Widemarsh Street | 462 yd | |
| Hereford Football Club | Hereford United Football Ground, Edgar Street | 518 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 36 Grandstand Road | 521 yd | |
| Premier Inn/Thyme Bar & Grill | 16 Blackfriars Street | 580 yd | |
| MFA Bowl | 55 Station Approach | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Welcome Fish Bar | 169 Widemarsh Street | 339 yd | |
| College Green Chip Shop Ltd | 29 College Green | 620 yd | |
| Spice Minister | 85 Widemarsh Street | 682 yd | |
| Summer Palace | 60 Widemarsh Street | 703 yd | |
| Keira’s Charcoal BBQ Grill | 96 Widemarsh Street | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | College Stores, College Road | 590 yd | |
| Waitrose | Old Market | 710 yd | |
| Morrisons | Station Approach | 845 yd | |
| Tesco | Bewell Street | 908 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 166-168 Eign Street | 969 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Performance 41A 41A MILLBROOK STREET | health and fitness suite | 97 yd |
| Hereford Lads Club HEREFORD LADS SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB HEREFORD LADS SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB WIDEMARSH COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 250 yd |
| Widemarsh Common WIDEMARCH COMMON PLAYING FIELD WIDEMARCH COMMON PLAYING FIELD WIDEMARSH COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| Allpay Park - Moorhouse WIDEMARSH COMMON | grass pitches | 492 yd |
| Edgar Street (Hereford Fc) EDGAR STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 523 yd |
| St Thomas Cantilupe Cofe Academy CONINGSBY STREET | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Hereford Leisure Centre HOLMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 725 yd |
| Bodyworx Gym (Closed) Canal Road | health and fitness suite | 863 yd |
| Barrs Court School BARRS COURT ROAD | 864 yd | |
| Hereford City Sports Club GRANDSTAND ROAD | grass pitches | 891 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 | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.