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About

Ross North ward lies within the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, situated on a sandstone cliff overlooking a pronounced meander of the River Wye. The area encompasses the town's central and northern sections, featuring a mix of residential streets, local shopping areas, and community facilities. Its topography slopes down from higher ground towards the river valley below.

The ward includes the town's historic market house and a section of the distinctive 17th-century Prospect, a public garden offering views over the river bend. Residential character varies from older properties near the centre to more modern developments on the northern fringes, serving as a primary residential area for the town's population.

Area overview

On average Ross North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 109 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ross North is £45,336 per year. There are 2 schools in Ross North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ross North is home to around 3,647 people, with a population density of about 1,255.6 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
109
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
15.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ross North Population
3,647
Population density
1,255.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
48.81(+26%)
Shoplifting
36.19(+316%)
Anti-social behaviour
20.56(+91%)
Public order
15.9(+162%)
Criminal damage and arson
15.63(+114%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,295
90.32%
Other White
231
6.33%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
17
0.47%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
17
0.47%
Other
16
0.44%
Total population: 3,648

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
793
26.52%
No qualifications
630
21.07%
Level 3 (A level)
477
15.95%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
455
15.22%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
349
11.67%
Total 16+ residents: 2,990

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
663
41.26%
Owns with a mortgage
385
23.96%
Private landlord or letting agency
248
15.43%
Other social rented
159
9.89%
Social rents from council
104
6.47%
Total households: 1,607

Property prices in Ross North

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £287,000 in Ross North area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,500 up to £595,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ross North 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 Ross North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced13£225,000
Semi-Detached25£275,000
Flats1£93,500
Detached32£355,000

10 years median price trend in Ross North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ross North.

All postcodes in Ross North

HR97HR

Fourth Avenue

HR97RQ

Vaga Crescent

HR97XN

Sandringham Close

HR97BB

Oak Road

HR97FS

Brampton Street

HR97XY

Skylark Lane

HR97JR

Pencraig View

HR97YG

Horseman Close

HR97WX

Thuringen Street

HR97EZ

Three Crosses Close

HR97XG

Arundel Close

HR97HA

Three Crosses Road

HR97TJ

The Downs

HR97QH

Netherton Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.