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Whitecross

England / West Midlands / Herefordshire, County of / Whitecross

About

Whitecross ward is located in the eastern part of Hereford, within Herefordshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced properties, and modern developments. It is situated close to the city centre, providing easy access to amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The ward is bordered by the River Wye to the west, offering scenic views and green spaces.

The area includes Whitecross High School and Sixth Form Centre, a key educational institution serving the local community. Public transport links connect the ward to other parts of Hereford, making it a convenient location for commuters. Nearby recreational areas include Belmont Playing Fields and the Herefordshire Trail, which provide opportunities for outdoor activities. Whitecross has a suburban feel, with a focus on family-friendly living and community facilities.

Area overview

On average Whitecross has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whitecross is £43,984 per year.

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

11.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Whitecross Population

3,754

Population density

4,100.9 per km²

Demographics

British

3,384

90.19%

Other White

256

6.82%

Irish

0.45%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.45%

Indian

0.35%

Total population: 3,752

Housing

Owns outright

645

39.35%

Owns with a mortgage

506

30.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

226

13.79%

Other social rented

142

8.66%

Social rents from council

3.42%

Total households: 1,639

Property prices in Whitecross

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £273,500 in Whitecross area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,000 up to £700,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£360,000	£279,000	£310,000	£500,000	£660,000
Flats	1	£166,000	£166,000	£166,000	£166,000	£166,000
Semi-Detached	24	£280,000	£215,750	£240,000	£318,250	£387,750
Terraced	12	£207,500	£128,750	£174,375	£241,250	£276,500

10 years price trend in Whitecross

All postcodes in Whitecross

HR40DL

White Cross Road

HR40DY

Meyrick Street

HR40QP

Carroll Avenue

HR40TR

The Paddock

HR40LY

White Cross Road

HR40RT

Bishopstone Road

HR40SU

King's Acre Road

HR40DJ

Baggallay Street

HR40HT

Stephen's Close

HR40QJ

Bridgford Close

HR40QN

Stretton Close

HR40RS

Bishopstone Road

HR40JF

Emlyn Avenue

HR40HX

Westfaling Street

HR40PN

Bridle Road

HR40QA

Marlowe Drive

HR40QL

King's Acre Road

HR40QU

Fayre Oakes Green

HR40HU

Stephen's Close

HR40LT

Amyand Drive

HR40QB

Wordsworth Road

HR40HR

Crossfields

HR40QT

Fayre Oakes Green

HR40DT

Ranelagh Street

HR40LX

Marlowe Drive

HR40QG

Arkwright Close

HR40PW

Bridle Road

HR40RQ

King's Acre Road

HR40JG

Westfaling Street

HR40QS

Fayre Oakes Drive

HR40DU

Ingestre Street

HR40LU

Amyand Drive

HR40PP

Bridle Road

HR40NN

Whitecross Road

HR40JJ

Macaulay Avenue

HR40JQ

Langland Drive

HR40QE

Arkwright Close

HR40QQ

Barrie Road

HR40SX

Eastern Avenue

HR40HP

Crossfields

HR40JW

Tennyson Close

HR40JH

Emlyn Avenue

HR40JN

Holmer Street

HR40QD

Rankin Road

HR40NA

Sheridan Road

HR40QR

Hewitt Avenue

HR40ST

Crossways

HR40SY

Crossways

HR40DX

Gruneisen Street

HR40DZ

Apple Grove

HR40QF

Marshall Close

HR40HS

Cotterell Street

HR40JL

Marlowe Drive

HR40QX

Bridgford Close

HR40QH

Coleridge Crescent

HR40QW

Carroll Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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