Upperhall Close is in Ledbury and in Malvern Hills district. HR8 1SZ is located in the Ledbury North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upperhall Close, Ledbury, HR8 1SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR8 1AG, HR8 1DJ, HR8 1EY, HR8 1DH, HR8 1AA, HR8 1DW, HR8 1BN, HR8 1DR, HR8 1DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HR8 1SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.4% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.6% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 17% | 31.4% | 14.4% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 31.4% | -9.8% | 44.2% | -12.8% |
| Separated | 7.2% | 4% | -3.2% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 17.1% | 7.9% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 25.5% | 16% | -9.5% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
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 | 33.1% | 36.9% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 41.7% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 15.5% | -8.9% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 14.1% | -10.7% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 10.2% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.4% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 10.2% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 11.9% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34% | 39% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| White | 100% | 97.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 81.1% 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 | 98.1% | 81.1% | -17.0% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 10.3% | 10.3% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 81.1% | -17.0% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.3% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 4.3% | 3.0% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upperhall Close was 39.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.4% lower than the Ledbury North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upperhall Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Ledbury North and the 291st highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Upperhall Close, Ledbury, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-08-01 | £317,188 |
| 6 Upperhall Close, Ledbury, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-02-06 | £305,536 |
| 17 Upperhall Close, Ledbury, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-10-19 | £326,761 |
| 18 Upperhall Close, Ledbury, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-08-17 | £322,955 |
| 2 Upperhall Close, Ledbury, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2023-02-28 | £306,144 |
HR8 1SZ 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 HR8 1SZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Primary School , Long Acres HR8 2BE | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastnor Parochial Primary School Eastnor , HR8 1RA | 4out of 4 | 2,444 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 | 825 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 | 4,208 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Bowling Club | Outdoor Bowling Green | 115 yd | |
| St Michael & All Angels Church | Church Lane | 120 yd | |
| The Malthouse Cafe & Gallery | Restaurant, The Malthouse, Church Lane | 120 yd | |
| Handley Organics | 5 High Street | 127 yd | |
| The New Market House Cafe And Grill | 1 The Homend | 127 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince of Wales Inn | Church Lane | 124 yd | |
| The Seven Stars | 11 The Homend | 127 yd | |
| Retreat | 7 High Street | 220 yd | |
| The Horseshoe Inn | The Homend | 244 yd | |
| Weavers Real Ale House | 4 New Street | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codfather II | 50 The Homend | 185 yd | |
| Blooms Fresh Sandwiches | 1 Bye Street | 249 yd | |
| Pizza House | Bye Street | 249 yd | |
| Wing on Take Away | 26 New Street | 342 yd | |
| Ali’s Kebabs & Pizza House | 79-80 Bye Street | 386 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | New Street | 455 yd | |
| Tesco | Orchard Lane | 484 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Absolute Fitness Uk (Ltd) (Closed) BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET | health and fitness suite | 259 yd |
| Ledbury Swimming Pool Lawnside Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 325 yd |
| Ledbury Primary School LONG ACRES | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| John Masefield High School And Sixth Form College MABELS FURLONG | grass pitches | 829 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 | 830 yd |
| Ledbury Lawn Tennis Club THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB A449 THE SOUTHEND TO LEDBURY BYPASS | tennis courts | 907 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 | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.