Orchard Place is in Ledbury and in Malvern Hills district. HR8 2XD 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 Orchard Place, Ledbury, HR8 2XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR8 2HN, HR8 2XE, HR8 2HP, HR8 2XB, HR8 2XH, HR8 2XQ, HR8 2XG, HR8 2XP, HR8 2XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR8 2XD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% 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 | 55.5% | 56.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 44.5% | 43.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 | 18.9% | 21% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 49.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 12% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 20.1% | 16.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 10.7% |
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 | 34.7% | 39.2% | 4.5% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 34.1% | -5.8% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 20.5% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 30.8% | 23.8% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 5.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 8.3% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 17.3% | 12.9% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 36.3% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3.6% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 95.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 92.5% | 89.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 90.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 8.5% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 0.6% | -2.9% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25% | 37.2% | -12.2% |
| Christian | 67.6% | 46.2% | 21.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Place was 34.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.3% lower than the Ledbury North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Place has the 9th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Ledbury North and the 307th lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Orchard Place, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-03-31 | £437,349 |
| 31 Orchard Place, Ledbury, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-10-02 | £257,695 |
| 6 Orchard Place, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £309,000 | 2024-01-12 | £305,528 |
| 31 Orchard Place, Ledbury, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-09-20 | £231,612 |
| 14 Orchard Place, Ledbury, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-08-26 | £346,073 |
HR8 2XD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2XD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ledbury Primary School , Long Acres HR8 2BE | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastnor Parochial Primary School Eastnor , HR8 1RA | 4out of 4 | 2,484 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromesberrow St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School Albright Lane , Bromesberrow HR8 1RT | 3out of 4 | 5,029 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 303 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 | 4,660 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JMSport | Ledbury Leisure Centre, John Masefield High School And Sixth Form Centre, Mabels Furlong | 372 yd | |
| Ledbury Leisure Centre | Ledbury Leisure Centre, John Masefield High School And Sixth Form Centre, Mabels Furlong | 372 yd | |
| The Corner House Cafe & Ice Cream Parlour | 1 The Southend | 717 yd | |
| Pot & Page | 8 New Street | 796 yd | |
| Ledbury Town Football Club | Ledbury Town Football Club, New Street | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Hotel | The Talbot Inn, New Street | 776 yd | |
| Full Pitcher | The Full Pitcher, New Street | 786 yd | |
| Weavers Real Ale House | 4 New Street | 820 yd | |
| Retreat | 7 High Street | 904 yd | |
| The Brewery Inn Ltd | Bye Street | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing on Take Away | 26 New Street | 796 yd | |
| Blooms Fresh Sandwiches | 1 Bye Street | 962 yd | |
| Pizza House | Bye Street | 962 yd | |
| Ali’s Kebabs & Pizza House | 79-80 Bye Street | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | New Street | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| John Masefield High School And Sixth Form College MABELS FURLONG | grass pitches | 301 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 | 301 yd |
| Ledbury Lawn Tennis Club THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB THE PAVILION TENNIS CLUB A449 THE SOUTHEND TO LEDBURY BYPASS | tennis courts | 432 yd |
| New Street (Ledbury Town Fc) VILLA WAY | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Absolute Fitness Uk (Ltd) (Closed) BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET STUDIOS BYE STREET | health and fitness suite | 958 yd |
| Ledbury Swimming Pool Lawnside Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,032 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 | 97.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 27.8% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.