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Location in HerefordshireActon Beauchamp sits where the marker shows within the county.

11,293
Population
5,056
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
11
Schools nearby
£54,959
Avg. household income
1,022
Businesses
58
People per km²
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About Acton Beauchamp

Acton Beauchamp is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the WR6 postcode area and is situated near the border with Worcestershire. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of historic and modern homes. The local community is close-knit, and the area offers peaceful surroundings ideal for those seeking a quiet lifestyle. The village is served by local amenities, including a church and a village hall, which host regular community events. Its location provides easy access to nearby towns and the wider region, while still maintaining a sense of tranquillity. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Herefordshire countryside.

School Ratings in Acton Beauchamp

There are 11 schools in and around Acton Beauchamp. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Acton Beauchamp

The average property price is £494K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £513K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Acton Beauchamp

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other theft is prevalent across Acton Beauchamp, with 2 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Acton Beauchamp

Acton Beauchamp sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Acton Beauchamp

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Acton Beauchamp, the nearest being Nunwell Surgery (2.8 miles away).

Local Data for Acton Beauchamp

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Property Prices 1,546 sales

Average Price £494K
£2K , £20.75M
Detached £513K 848
Semi £314K 302
Terraced £291K 134
Flat £242K 37

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
1 Secondary
4 Other
Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WR6 postcode area.

Hidelow Grange School Not applicable Good 1.7 miles Brockhampton Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Compass Community School Hereford Not applicable Good 2.5 miles H.O.P.E Children's Centre, Bromyard Good 2.8 miles Queen Elizabeth High School Secondary 2.9 miles Suckley Primary School Primary 3 miles St Peter's Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Cradley CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.3 miles Rowden House School Not applicable Outstanding 4.4 miles Bosbury CofE Primary School Primary 4.6 miles Pencombe CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Household Income in Acton Beauchamp ONS 2023

The average total household income in Acton Beauchamp is approximately £54,959 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,258. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Acton Beauchamp £54,959
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,258.

Businesses in Acton Beauchamp ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,022 active businesses based in Acton Beauchamp, around 90 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,022 Total businesses
90 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Acton Beauchamp IMD 2025

Acton Beauchamp sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 28%
1,732 Children (0-15) 15%
6,433 Working Age 57%
3,128 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Acton Beauchamp 5 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Acton Beauchamp records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Other theft is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Other Theft 2
Violence & Sexual Offences 2
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Malvern Link Train Station 6.9 miles
Colwall Train Station 7.1 miles
Great Malvern Train Station 7.2 miles
Ledbury Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stanford Bishop 0.9 miles Golden Valley 0.9 miles Acton Green 1.2 miles Munderfield Stocks 1.2 miles Wofferwood Common 1.4 miles Batchfields 1.4 miles Evesbatch 1.4 miles Bishops Frome 1.4 miles Halmond's Frome 1.9 miles Munderfield Row 2 miles Linley Green 2.2 miles Stoke Lane 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Herefordshire, County of
County Worcestershire
Ward Bishops Frome & Cradley
Constituency North Herefordshire
Parish Acton Beauchamp
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Acton Beauchamp

Of the 4,768 households in and around Acton Beauchamp, 78% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 78% Social rented 9% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Acton Beauchamp.

Frequently Asked Questions about Acton Beauchamp

What is the population of Acton Beauchamp?
Acton Beauchamp has a population of approximately 11,293 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Acton Beauchamp?
The average property in and around Acton Beauchamp sold for about £493,932, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Acton Beauchamp a deprived area?
Acton Beauchamp sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Acton Beauchamp?
Acton Beauchamp is covered by the WR6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Acton Beauchamp?
There are 11 schools within easy reach of Acton Beauchamp, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Acton Beauchamp?
The nearest railway station to Acton Beauchamp is Malvern Link Train Station, about 6.9 miles away.

Streets in WR6 30 shown View all streets

A4103 4 A4133 3 A44 26 A443 6 Abberley View 1 Acreage 1 Ankerdine Road 3 Apple Tree Close 1 Ardley Meadows 1 Ashpool 1 B4197 18 B4203 6 B4204 13 B4214 6 B4220 6 Badger Close 1 Bank Lane 2 Bank Road 2 Bannercroft 2 Barbers Lane 1 Bens Field 1 Blackhouse Lane 2 Blueshot Drive 2 Boat Lane 1 Bottom Lane 2 Broadfield Close 1 Brockamin Lane 1 Bromyard Downs 2 Camp Lane 3 Chapel Lane 3

Postcodes in WR6 50 shown View all postcodes

WR6 5AA WR6 5AB WR6 5AD WR6 5AE WR6 5AF WR6 5AG WR6 5AH WR6 5AJ WR6 5AN WR6 5AP WR6 5AQ WR6 5AR WR6 5AS WR6 5AT WR6 5AU WR6 5AW WR6 5AX WR6 5AY WR6 5AZ WR6 5BA WR6 5BB WR6 5BD WR6 5BE WR6 5BF WR6 5BG WR6 5BH WR6 5BJ WR6 5BL WR6 5BN WR6 5BP WR6 5BQ WR6 5BS WR6 5BT WR6 5BU WR6 5BX WR6 5BY WR6 5BZ WR6 5DA WR6 5DB WR6 5DD WR6 5DE WR6 5DF WR6 5DG WR6 5DH WR6 5DJ WR6 5DL WR6 5DN WR6 5DP WR6 5DQ WR6 5DR