The Homend is in Ledbury and in Malvern Hills district. HR8 1BN is located in the Ledbury North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Homend, Ledbury, HR8 1BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR8 1DH, HR8 1DL, HR8 1DU, HR8 1BT, HR8 1DW, HR8 1EY, HR8 1AA, HR8 2AA, HR8 1SZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HR8 1BN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 51.3% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 53.1% | 48.7% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 43.1% | 39.7% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 32.8% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 3.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 15% | 16.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 7.5% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 53.1% | 39.8% | -13.3% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 41.9% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 8.3% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 14.1% | 7.8% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 11.3% | 13.6% | 2.3% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 10.2% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 12.4% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 22% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.1% | 32.8% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 14.4% | 2.8% | -11.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 8.3% | 2.6% | -5.7% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 89.1% | 92.7% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 84.3% 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 | 67.7% | 84.3% | 16.6% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 20.3% | 9.4% | -10.9% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.9% | 2.1% | -6.8% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 67.7% | 85.2% | 17.5% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 7.4% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 14.1% | 2.6% | -11.5% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.3% | 2.1% | -6.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Homend was 277.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 331.9% higher than the Ledbury North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Homend has the highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Ledbury North and the 16th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 146.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Mews Cottages, 13 The Homend, Ledbury, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-01-08 | £175,905 |
| 17 - 19 The Homend, Ledbury, Herefordshire Other, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2024-02-21 | £224,672 |
| 17 - 19 The Homend, Ledbury, Herefordshire Other, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2024-01-31 | £191,515 |
| Flat 1 19 The Homend, Ledbury, Herefordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-01-10 | £169,029 |
| 23 The Homend, Ledbury, Herefordshire Other, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-08-09 | £313,519 |
HR8 1BN 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.
HR8 1BN 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 | 62 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Primary School , Long Acres HR8 2BE | 3out of 4 | 444 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastnor Parochial Primary School Eastnor , HR8 1RA | 4out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Masefield High School Mabel's Furlong , HR8 2HF | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queenswood School Callow Hills Farm , Hereford Road HR8 2PZ | - not rated | 4,125 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handley Organics | 5 High Street | 8 yd | |
| The New Market House Cafe And Grill | 1 The Homend | 8 yd | |
| Y-Pass Fish & Chips | 5 The Homend | 8 yd | |
| Janey's | 15 The Homend | 8 yd | |
| Choccotastic | Units B And D 5a To 9, Homend Mews, The Homend | 8 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seven Stars | 11 The Homend | 8 yd | |
| Prince of Wales Inn | Church Lane | 70 yd | |
| Retreat | 7 High Street | 161 yd | |
| The Horseshoe Inn | The Homend | 211 yd | |
| Weavers Real Ale House | 4 New Street | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codfather II | 50 The Homend | 91 yd | |
| Blooms Fresh Sandwiches | 1 Bye Street | 122 yd | |
| Pizza House | Bye Street | 122 yd | |
| Ali’s Kebabs & Pizza House | 79-80 Bye Street | 254 yd | |
| Wing on Take Away | 26 New Street | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | New Street | 345 yd | |
| Tesco | Orchard Lane | 441 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Absolute Fitness Uk (Ltd) (Closed) BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET | health and fitness suite | 132 yd |
| Ledbury Swimming Pool Lawnside Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 196 yd |
| Ledbury Primary School LONG ACRES | grass pitches | 550 yd |
| John Masefield High School And Sixth Form College MABELS FURLONG | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Ledbury Leisure Centre JOHN MASEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE JOHN MASEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE MABELS FURLONG | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 755 yd |
| Ledbury Lawn Tennis Club THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB A449 THE SOUTHEND TO LEDBURY BYPASS | tennis courts | 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 | 93.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 4.5% |
| 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 | 6.8% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.