Bargates is in Leominster and in Herefordshire district. HR6 8HB is located in the Leominster South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bargates, Leominster, HR6 8HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR6 8EY, HR6 8TT, HR6 8HD, HR6 8HE, HR6 8TD, HR6 8QH, HR6 8PB, HR6 8QR, HR6 8QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR6 8HB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 51% | 54% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 49% | 46% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 38.1% | 38.3% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 36.4% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 16.2% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 40.2% | 40.1% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 31.1% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 16.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 9.9% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.7% | 22.4% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 13% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 19.7% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 20.9% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.5% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.5% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 94.6% | 93.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.8% | 76.7% | -17.9% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 35% | 13.5% | 21.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bargates was 53.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.9% lower than the Leominster East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bargates has the 14th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Leominster East and the 208th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Wood Court Bargates, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2025-02-06 | £88,283 |
| 69 Bargates, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-06-28 | £174,759 |
| 2 Wood Court Bargates, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2008-06-09 | £92,003 |
| 2 Wood Court Bargates, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2003-01-17 | £177,319 |
| 2 Wood Court Bargates, Leominster, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2001-09-21 | £176,377 |
HR6 8HB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leominster Primary School Hereford Road , HR6 8JU | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School Ivington , HR6 0JH | 3out of 4 | 3,168 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Luston Primary School Westland View , Luston HR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 4,689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School Kimbolton , HR6 0HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,724 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Prior Primary School Stoke Prior , HR6 0ND | 4out of 4 | 4,765 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 | 814 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 | 216 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Hereford School Coningsby Road , Leominster HR6 0EW | - not rated | 681 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 Methodist Church | Methodist Chapel, Green Lane | 209 yd | |
| Taste of India | 52 West Street | 231 yd | |
| Lew’s Sweet Delights | 47 West Street | 234 yd | |
| Amore Pizza Kebab House | The Old Bus Station, Dishley Street | 254 yd | |
| 35 West Ltd | 35 West Street | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Hotel | West Street | 291 yd | |
| IPL Sports Bar | 31 West Street | 293 yd | |
| Shooters Bar Leominster Ltd | Pool Club, Grafton House, Burgess Street | 331 yd | |
| The Ducker Bar & Beer Garden Ltd | 11 South Street | 430 yd | |
| The Grape Vaults | Broad Street | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimarcos Fish Restaurant | 9-13 Bargates | 177 yd | |
| Hot Flames | 12 West Street | 330 yd | |
| Tower Pizza | 8 West Street | 330 yd | |
| Asia Village | 18 South Street | 407 yd | |
| Leominster Subway | 36 High Street | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Westbury Street | 254 yd | |
| Co-operative | Dishley Street | 269 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leominster Leisure Centre Coningsby Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 679 yd |
| Dales Cricket Club PARADISE COURT | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| Earl Mortimer College And Sixth Form Centre SOUTH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Leominster Junior School (Closed) George Street | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Dales Limited Football Club (Closed) Mill Street | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Leominster Primary School (Closed) Hereford Road | 811 yd | |
| Bridge Street Sports Centre BRIDGE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, indoor bowls, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 839 yd |
| Earl Mortimer College And Sixth Form Centre (Closed) Castlefields | grass pitches | 948 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 | 28.6% |
| 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 | 71.4% |
| Median download speed | 22.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.