The Meads is in Hildersley, Ross-On-Wye and in Herefordshire district. HR9 7NF is located in the Ross East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hereford and South Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Meads, Hildersley, Ross-on-wye, HR9 7NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HR9 7NJ, HR9 7AF, HR9 5BL, HR9 5BN, HR9 5BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HR9 7NF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 50.8% | 53.1% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 46.9% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 19.8% | 25.1% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 49.3% | -12.0% | 44.2% | 5.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.2% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 12.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 41.4% | 42.1% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 37.2% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 15.4% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 4.1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 21.1% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 10.2% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 11.8% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 33.2% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.7% | 93.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 92.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.2% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Meads was 112.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% higher than the Ross East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Meads has the 8th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Ross East and the 79th highest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 The Meads, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-09-07 | £147,294 |
| 10 The Meads, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2013-07-19 | £262,400 |
| 2 The Meads, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2009-02-10 | £263,127 |
| 21 The Meads, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2006-09-29 | £259,765 |
| 2 The Meads, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2004-09-17 | £235,555 |
HR9 7NF 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 HR9 7NF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 176 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's RC Primary School The Avenue , Walford Road HR9 5AW | 3out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Park Primary School Redhill Road , HR9 5AU | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Abbotts CofE Primary School Brampton Road , HR9 7FX | 3out of 4 | 1,574 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston-under-Penyard CofE Primary School School Lane , Weston-under-Penyard HR9 7PA | 3out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridstow CofE Primary School Bridstow , HR9 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Kyrle High School and Sixth Form Centre Academy Ledbury Road , HR9 7ET | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mint House | 19a Gloucester Road | 1,003 yd | |
| The New Cantilupe Cafe | 9 Cantilupe Road | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drop Inn | 21 Station Street | 1,026 yd | |
| Motley Hog Brewery | 1 Millpond Street | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Boy 'Jo' | 27 Gloucester Road | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Station Street | 875 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Larruperz Community Centre LARRUPERZ CENTRE LARRUPERZ CENTRE GRAMMAR SCHOOL CLOSE | 702 yd | |
| Ross Halo Fitness (Closed) Old Gloucester Road | health and fitness suite | 1,028 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 | 36.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 36.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 36.4% |
| 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 | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.56 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.