HR8 2RU is in Ashperton, Ledbury and Herefordshire district. HR8 2RU is located in the Three Crosses electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashperton, Ledbury, HR8 2RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR8 2RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.6% | 52.2% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 47.8% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 2RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.8% 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 | 22.1% | 16.8% | -5.3% | 37.9% | -21.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 67.8% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 23.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.7% | 53.7% | 9.0% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 31% | -9.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12.9% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 12.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 9.4% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 14.1% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 39% | 45.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 95.1% | 98.4% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 98.4% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around HR8 2RU was 12.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.7% lower than the Backbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
HR8 2RU has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Backbury and the 70th lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Moorend Farm, Ledbury, Herefordshire Other, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2022-09-05 | £1,253,247 |
| Hackells Green, Ledbury, Herefordshire Other, an established residential building | £728,000 | 2022-05-09 | £738,717 |
| Razees, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2001-07-12 | £559,027 |
| The Roakes, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2000-08-10 | £905,949 |
| The Roakes, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 1999-12-30 | £809,022 |
HR8 2RU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 2RU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2RU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashperton Primary Academy Ashperton , HR8 2SE | 4out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 5,412 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.