Fairfields Road is in Ledbury and in Malvern Hills district. HR8 2EH is located in the Ledbury 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 Fairfields Road, Ledbury, HR8 2EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR8 2GG, HR8 2EG, HR8 2EP, HR8 2EJ, HR8 2NZ, HR8 2EQ, HR8 2HE, HR8 2EB, HR8 2ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR8 2EH has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 53.7% | 56.3% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 46.3% | 43.7% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HR8 2EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 16.6% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 58.1% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 9.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 34.8% | 36.1% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 43.6% | 37.2% | -6.4% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 22.2% | 6.7% | 12.7% | 9.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 24% | 18.5% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.5% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 17.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.7% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.1% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 28.7% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 97.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 95.3% | 90.6% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 6.6% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 90.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 69.6% | 46.2% | 23.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfields Road was 10.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% lower than the Ledbury North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Fairfields Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Ledbury North and the 51st lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard End Fairfields Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-02-05 | £417,842 |
| Ashurst Fairfields Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2020-10-27 | £474,846 |
| Laurels Fairfields Road, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 1998-11-20 | £456,455 |
| Ashurst Fairfields Road, Ledbury, Worcestershire Detached, a newly built property | £110,000 | 1996-02-28 | £548,866 |
| Orchard End Fairfields Road, Ledbury, Worcestershire Detached, a newly built property | £110,000 | 1995-12-22 | £529,751 |
HR8 2EH 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 2EH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Primary School , Long Acres HR8 2BE | 3out of 4 | 804 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastnor Parochial Primary School Eastnor , HR8 1RA | 4out of 4 | 2,908 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 | 558 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 | 4,051 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 Town Football Club | Ledbury Town Football Club, New Street | 328 yd | |
| JMSport | Ledbury Leisure Centre, John Masefield High School And Sixth Form Centre, Mabels Furlong | 502 yd | |
| Ledbury Leisure Centre | Ledbury Leisure Centre, John Masefield High School And Sixth Form Centre, Mabels Furlong | 502 yd | |
| Quality Fish & Chips Shop | 76-77 Bye Street | 585 yd | |
| Pot & Page | 8 New Street | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Pitcher | The Full Pitcher, New Street | 452 yd | |
| Talbot Hotel | The Talbot Inn, New Street | 565 yd | |
| The Brewery Inn Ltd | Bye Street | 585 yd | |
| Weavers Real Ale House | 4 New Street | 638 yd | |
| Retreat | 7 High Street | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ali’s Kebabs & Pizza House | 79-80 Bye Street | 585 yd | |
| Wing on Take Away | 26 New Street | 591 yd | |
| Blooms Fresh Sandwiches | 1 Bye Street | 667 yd | |
| Pizza House | Bye Street | 667 yd | |
| Codfather II | 50 The Homend | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | New Street | 457 yd | |
| Aldi | New Mills Industrial Estate, Ledbury Ind Estate | 931 yd | |
| Tesco | Orchard Lane | 1,005 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street (Ledbury Town Fc) VILLA WAY | grass pitches | 330 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 | 431 yd |
| John Masefield High School And Sixth Form College MABELS FURLONG | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| Absolute Fitness Uk (Ltd) (Closed) BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET | health and fitness suite | 658 yd |
| Ledbury Swimming Pool Lawnside Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 660 yd |
| Ledbury Lawn Tennis Club THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB A449 THE SOUTHEND TO LEDBURY BYPASS | tennis courts | 832 yd |
| Ledbury Primary School LONG ACRES | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Ledbury Rugby Club ROSS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 888 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 | 16.7% |
| 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.