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Golden Valley South

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About

Golden Valley South is a rural ward in Herefordshire, covering part of the Golden Valley area. The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland, small villages, and wooded hills. The River Dore flows through the ward, contributing to its agricultural focus. Settlements like Dorstone and Bacton are key villages, with historic churches and traditional stone buildings.

The ward is sparsely populated, with a strong emphasis on farming and countryside preservation. Local amenities are limited, with residents often relying on nearby towns like Hereford for services. The area is known for its walking trails, including sections of the Herefordshire Trail, which attract visitors exploring the countryside. The ward maintains a quiet, rural atmosphere with a close-knit community.

Area overview

On average Golden Valley South has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 24 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Golden Valley South is £43,743 per year. There are 3 schools in Golden Valley South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
24
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
4.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Golden Valley South Population
3,287
Population density
18.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,156
96.01%
Other White
50
1.52%
Irish
18
0.55%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
15
0.46%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.4%
Total population: 3,287

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
755
53.43%
Owns with a mortgage
301
21.3%
Private landlord or letting agency
200
14.15%
Other forms of private rent
59
4.18%
Other social rented
58
4.1%
Total households: 1,413

Property prices in Golden Valley South

Based on 25 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Golden Valley South area, with individual transactions ranging from £178,000 up to £800,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Golden Valley South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Golden Valley South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£515,000
Semi-Detached7£260,000
Terraced7£190,000

10 years median price trend in Golden Valley South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Golden Valley South.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.