Doctors Lane is in Kington and in Herefordshire district. HR5 3BB is located in the Kington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Doctors Lane, Kington, HR5 3BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR5 3UA, HR5 3BA, HR5 3TF, HR5 3AJ, HR5 3AG, HR5 3BE, HR5 3HN, HR5 3AS, HR5 3AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR5 3BB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 53.8% | 52.5% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 46.2% | 47.5% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HR5 3BB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.1% | 27.9% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 51.5% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.8% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 9.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 37.7% | 39.7% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 34.2% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 19.6% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 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 | 20.8% | 15.7% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.8% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 10.8% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 12.7% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 42.2% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 93.1% 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% | 93.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.5% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Doctors Lane was 77.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 255.4% higher than the Arrow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Doctors Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Arrow and the 120th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Surgery Pitfour Doctors Lane, Kington, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2003-08-06 | £989,775 |
| Little Acre Doctors Lane, Kington, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2000-07-28 | £412,590 |
| The Old Surgery Pitfour Doctors Lane, Kington, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 1998-09-23 | £876,379 |
HR5 3BB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
HR5 3BB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 HR5 3BB 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 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kington Primary School Mill Street , HR5 3AL | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Hawkins' School Park View , HR5 3AR | 3out of 4 | 435 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kington Bowling Club | Kington Bowling Club, Park Green | 234 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen | Shop, 36 High Street | 324 yd | |
| Border Bean Ltd | 22-24 High Street | 332 yd | |
| The Regency Cafe | 30 High Street | 353 yd | |
| The Lion Café Ltd | 52 Bridge Street | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | 24 Church Street | 151 yd | |
| Wine Vaults | 37 High Street | 353 yd | |
| The Oxford Arms | Oxford Arms, Duke Street | 452 yd | |
| Ye Olde Tavern | 22 Victoria Road | 741 yd | |
| Kington Golf Club - 1284 Catering | Kington Golf Club | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Garden | 6 Church Street | 199 yd | |
| Grumpie Grampies | 59 Bridge Street | 452 yd | |
| Angel Fish Bar | 5-6 Bridge Street | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Crabtree Road | 441 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Nine Health And Leisure Club MILL STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 288 yd |
| Mill Street MILL STREET | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Lady Hawkins Community Leisure Centre | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 477 yd |
| Kington Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Kington Golf Club | golf | 1,092 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.