Bridge Street is in Ledbury and in Malvern Hills district. HR8 2AR is located in the Ledbury West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Street, Ledbury, HR8 2AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR8 2AS, HR8 2AW, HR8 2DA, HR8 2BY, HR8 2DE, HR8 2BA, HR8 2AP, HR8 2DD, HR8 2DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR8 2AR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 53.6% | 53.7% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 46.4% | 46.3% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 36.5% | 36.1% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 42.3% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 15.5% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.4% | 48% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 37.9% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 10.6% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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 | 21.2% | 20.5% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 12.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 15.9% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.9% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 30.3% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 12.7% | 1.5% | -11.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.8% | 96% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 82% 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 | 90.7% | 82% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| European Union | 7.6% | 13.6% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 82% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 8.3% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 6.6% | 0.9% | 5.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street was 41.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.0% lower than the Ledbury North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridge Street has the 12th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Ledbury North and the 278th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayville Bridge Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-04-30 | £556,659 |
| 117 Bridge Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2019-01-22 | £202,770 |
| Carville Bridge Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2007-05-18 | £342,075 |
| Mayville Bridge Street, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2004-02-16 | £461,401 |
| Carville Bridge Street, Ledbury, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 1996-10-07 | £308,638 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Primary School , Long Acres HR8 2BE | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastnor Parochial Primary School Eastnor , HR8 1RA | 4out of 4 | 3,224 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 | 987 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 | 3,583 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Fish & Chips Shop | 76-77 Bye Street | 528 yd | |
| Ledbury Town Football Club | Ledbury Town Football Club, New Street | 540 yd | |
| Coffee#1 | Unit 3-4, Sear House, Bye Street | 709 yd | |
| The Barn Ledbury | St Katherines Chapel, High Street | 736 yd | |
| Pot & Page | 8 New Street | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brewery Inn Ltd | Bye Street | 528 yd | |
| Talbot Hotel | The Talbot Inn, New Street | 720 yd | |
| Full Pitcher | The Full Pitcher, New Street | 724 yd | |
| Weavers Real Ale House | 4 New Street | 777 yd | |
| The Horseshoe Inn | The Homend | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ali’s Kebabs & Pizza House | 79-80 Bye Street | 528 yd | |
| Blooms Fresh Sandwiches | 1 Bye Street | 681 yd | |
| Pizza House | Bye Street | 681 yd | |
| Wing on Take Away | 26 New Street | 736 yd | |
| Codfather II | 50 The Homend | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | New Mills Industrial Estate, Ledbury Ind Estate | 456 yd | |
| Co-operative | New Street | 612 yd | |
| Tesco | Orchard Lane | 745 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Primary School LONG ACRES | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Ledbury Swimming Pool Lawnside Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 585 yd |
| Absolute Fitness Uk (Ltd) (Closed) BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET | health and fitness suite | 670 yd |
| New Street (Ledbury Town Fc) VILLA WAY | grass pitches | 688 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 | 876 yd |
| John Masefield High School And Sixth Form College MABELS FURLONG | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Ledbury Rugby Club ROSS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,001 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.