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About

Widemarsh is a ward located in the city of Hereford, within Herefordshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to the city centre, providing easy access to amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The ward also includes parts of the River Wye, offering green spaces and walking routes along the water.

The area has a practical layout, with Widemarsh Street serving as a key thoroughfare connecting to the city centre. Local landmarks include Widemarsh Common, a small open space used for recreation. Public transport links are available, making it convenient for commuting. The ward’s proximity to the city centre means it balances residential quietness with urban convenience.

Area overview

On average Widemarsh has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 245 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Widemarsh is £41,170 per year. There are 4 schools in Widemarsh: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
245
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
24.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Widemarsh Population
3,183
Population density
1,461 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,442
76.79%
Other White
493
15.5%
Other Asian
52
1.64%
Other
43
1.35%
Indian
40
1.26%
Total population: 3,180

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
485
30.87%
Other social rented
370
23.55%
Owns outright
292
18.59%
Owns with a mortgage
265
16.87%
Social rents from council
89
5.67%
Total households: 1,571

Property prices in Widemarsh

Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £192,250 in Widemarsh area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £286,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Widemarsh 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 Widemarsh over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£227,500
Flats4£136,998
Semi-Detached8£242,250
Terraced21£185,000

10 years median price trend in Widemarsh

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

All postcodes in Widemarsh

HR49EZ

Hereford Central

HR49HU

Blackfriars Street

HR49JN

Moorfield Street

HR49NU

Faraday Road

HR49NY

Burcott Road

HR49YF

Keir Hardie Close

HR49YG

Attlee Close

HR49YJ

Penhaligon Way

HR12XW

Station Approach

HR11FN

Barr's Court Road

HR12LX

Blue School Street

HR40EA

Apple Grove

HR49HB

Eaton Mews

HR49HQ

Hereford Central

HR49LF

Chester Close

HR49QG

Chave Court Close

HR12EA

Canal Road

HR49LE

Hereford Central

HR49NF

Armadale Close

HR49RX

Holmer Road

HR49SH

Holmer Road

HR12BD

Monkmoor Street

HR49JH

Hereford Central

HR49JR

Blackfriars Street

HR49LJ

Millbrook Street

HR49SA

Holmer Road

HR49JU

Blackfriars Street

HR49LQ

Farriers Way

HR49YB

Keir Hardie Close

HR36WY

Station Approach

HR12ED

Catherine Street

HR40FE

Fiennes Way

HR49RZ

Mortimer Road

HR49SW

Mortimer Road

HR40NL

Plough Lane

HR12AR

Blue School Street

HR49LD

Chester Close

HR49UN

Holmer Road

HR12DY

Coningsby Street

HR35AL

Station Approach

HR48UW

Station Approach

HR49HG

Blackfriars Street

HR49NS

Armadale Close

HR12EB

Canal Road

HR40XH

Station Approach

HR49EU

Hereford Central

HR49JD

Walmer Street

HR49LH

Hereford Central

HR49NA

Hereford North West

HR49SG

Holmer Road

HR49YH

Balfour Close

Data Sources

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