South Street is in Leominster and in Herefordshire district. HR6 8GB is located in the Leominster South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 2010-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Street, Leominster, HR6 8GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR6 8JL, HR6 8JF, HR6 8LB, HR6 8JQ, HR6 8FG, HR6 8LF, HR6 8LH, HR6 8LD, HR6 8LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR6 8GB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 53.3% | 55.2% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 44.8% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 31.7% | 41% | 9.3% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 25.9% | -17.7% | 44.2% | -18.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 16.1% | 7.5% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 11.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.4%) 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 | 41.6% | 32.3% | -9.3% | 48.4% | -16.1% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 35.1% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 20% | 21.9% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 6% | 9.2% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 HR6 8GB this area, 34.1% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.9% | 34.1% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 15.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 7.8% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 16.6% | 5.5% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.3% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 10.7% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 19.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 6.2% | 4.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 94% | 89.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 9.9% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 89.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.1% | 76.7% | -11.6% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Street was 474.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 192.2% higher than the Leominster East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Leominster East and the 5th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 267.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Downes Court South Street, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-07-11 | £221,308 |
| 3 Downes Court South Street, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-06-01 | £219,620 |
| 1 Downes Court South Street, Leominster, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-12-15 | £193,120 |
| 1 Downes Court South Street, Leominster, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2009-11-13 | £253,822 |
| 4 Downes Court South Street, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2009-11-06 | £282,393 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leominster Primary School Hereford Road , HR6 8JU | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School Ivington , HR6 0JH | 3out of 4 | 3,153 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Prior Primary School Stoke Prior , HR6 0ND | 4out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School Kimbolton , HR6 0HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,627 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Luston Primary School Westland View , Luston HR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 5,027 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Mortimer College and Sixth Form Centre South Street , HR6 8JJ | 3out of 4 | 389 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield School Ryeland's Road , HR6 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 214 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Hereford School Coningsby Road , Leominster HR6 0EW | - not rated | 260 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leominster Bowling Club | Outdoor Bowling Green, Aldermans Meadow | 68 yd | |
| Halo Leisure Centre & Swimming Pool | Coningsby Road | 137 yd | |
| Amore Pizza Kebab House | The Old Bus Station, Dishley Street | 195 yd | |
| RJ Smoke Shack | 8 South Street | 243 yd | |
| Nori's Cafe | 15 West Street | 270 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leominster Sports & Social Club Ltd | South Street | 110 yd | |
| The Ducker Bar & Beer Garden Ltd | 11 South Street | 275 yd | |
| Talbot Hotel | West Street | 282 yd | |
| IPL Sports Bar | 31 West Street | 284 yd | |
| The Press Room | 1 Corn Square | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Village | 18 South Street | 218 yd | |
| Leominster Fish Bar | 15 Etnam Street | 276 yd | |
| Hot Flames | 12 West Street | 292 yd | |
| Tower Pizza | 8 West Street | 292 yd | |
| Dimarcos Fish Restaurant | 9-13 Bargates | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Westbury Street | 195 yd | |
| Co-operative | Dishley Street | 243 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leominster Leisure Centre Coningsby Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 252 yd |
| Earl Mortimer College And Sixth Form Centre SOUTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 315 yd |
| Leominster Junior School (Closed) George Street | grass pitches | 505 yd |
| Leominster Primary School (Closed) Hereford Road | 521 yd | |
| Earl Mortimer College And Sixth Form Centre (Closed) Castlefields | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Dales Cricket Club PARADISE COURT | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Dales Limited Football Club (Closed) Mill Street | grass pitches | 889 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.