Grandstand Road is in Hereford and in Hereford district. HR4 9NR is located in the Bobblestock 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 Grandstand Road, Hereford, HR4 9NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR4 9QF, HR4 9PE, HR4 9PL, HR4 9PF, HR4 9PD, HR4 9PN, HR4 9PQ, HR4 0ND, HR4 9PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR4 9NR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 54.5% | 52.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 45.5% | 47.8% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 30.5% | 27.7% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 45% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 14.3% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 9.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 45.2% | 39.9% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 33.4% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 20.1% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 9NR this area, 30.3% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 30.3% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 12.6% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 13% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 17.6% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 92.8% 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% | 92.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 91.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.1% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grandstand Road was 16.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% lower than the Bobblestock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grandstand Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Bobblestock and the 99th lowest crime rate of 625 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 104 Grandstand Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-02-07 | £223,417 |
| 132 Grandstand Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-06-25 | £451,403 |
| 247 Grandstand Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £159,302 | 2023-10-27 | £158,821 |
| 235 Grandstand Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2023-07-26 | £212,210 |
| 142 Grandstand Road, Hereford, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2021-09-16 | £269,455 |
HR4 9NR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Primary School Barricombe Drive , Moor Farm HR4 0NU | 3out of 4 | 470 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer CofE Academy Holmer Road , HR4 9RX | 4out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer CofE Primary School Holmer Road , HR4 9RX | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Scudamore Primary School Friar Street , HR4 0AS | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Scudamore Primary Academy Friar Street , HR4 0AS | 3out of 4 | 2,013 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecross Hereford; High School and Specialist Sports College Three Elms Road , HR4 0RN | - not rated | 689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Hereford Three Elms Road , HR4 0RN | 3out of 4 | 689 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Owen Academy Blackfriars Street , HR4 9HS | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylestone School Broadlands House , Broadlands Lane HR1 1HY | 2out of 4 | 3,298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyebridge Sports College Stanberrow Road , Redhill HR2 7NG | - not rated | 3,926 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,004 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford Sixth Form College Folly Lane , HR1 1LU | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Herefordshire, Ludlow and North Shropshire College Folly Lane , HR1 1LS | - not rated | 3,053 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereford College of Arts Folly Lane , HR1 1LT | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brookfield School Grandstand Road , HR4 9NG | - not rated | 533 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Grandstand Road , HR4 9NG | - not rated | 533 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| G.E.M Hereford Trinity House, 31 Barricombe Drive , HR4 0NU | - not rated | 569 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brookfield School Grandstand Road , HR4 9NG | 2out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haberdashers Redcap School 32 Broomy Hill , HR4 0LH | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ditsy’s Little Stars | Faraday Road | 721 yd | |
| Avara Foods Canteen - Olive Catering Services Ltd | Sun Valley Factory, Westfield, Yazor Road | 828 yd | |
| Avara Foods Canteen - Olive Catering Services Ltd | Westfield Trading Estate, Grandstand Road | 828 yd | |
| Heggies Coffee Shop and Delicatessen | 1 Yazor Road | 972 yd | |
| Hereford Leisure Centre | Hereford Leisure Centre, 37-39 Holmer Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hereford City Sports Club | Hereford City Sports Club, Grandstand Road | 531 yd | |
| The Grandstand | Grandstand Road | 590 yd | |
| The Three Elms | 1 Canon Pyon Road | 935 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 36 Grandstand Road | 1,039 yd | |
| Monument | The Monument, Whitecross Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Plaice | 100 Grandstand Road | 1 yd | |
| The Noisy Fridge / The Hatch | Unit 6, Red Barn Court, Red Barn Drive | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Kempton Avenue | 690 yd | |
| Co-operative | 234 Whitecross Road | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grandstand Road Park CHATSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Trinity Primary School BARRICOMBE DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 466 yd |
| The Brookfield School GRANDSTAND ROAD | 539 yd | |
| Hereford City Sports Club GRANDSTAND ROAD | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Whitecross Hereford High School THREE ELMS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 787 yd |
| Hereford Leisure Centre HOLMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,043 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 | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.