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Location in HerefordshireAlmeley Wootton sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Almeley Wootton
Almeley Wootton is a small settlement located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the HR3 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the countryside. The area is characterised by open fields and scattered farmsteads, typical of the agricultural landscape in this region. While it is not a large village, it forms part of the wider Almeley parish and is close to the border with Shropshire. The local environment is peaceful and largely undeveloped, with a mix of farmland and woodland. The community is small and quiet, with a strong sense of local identity. The nearest larger town is Leominster, approximately six miles to the north-east. The area is accessible by road via the A4110, which connects it to nearby villages and towns.
School Ratings in Almeley Wootton
Almeley Wootton is served by 8 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.
House Prices in Almeley Wootton
Property prices average £411K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £435K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Almeley Wootton
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Almeley Wootton, with 1 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Almeley Wootton
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Almeley Wootton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Almeley Wootton
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Property Prices 1,143 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR3 postcode area.
Household Income in Almeley Wootton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Almeley Wootton is approximately £45,316 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,895. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,895.
Businesses in Almeley Wootton ONS 2025
There are approximately 902 active businesses based in Almeley Wootton, around 89 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 4 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Almeley Wootton IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Almeley Wootton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Almeley Wootton 3 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Almeley Wootton falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Criminal damage & arson tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Almeley Wootton
Of the 4,636 households in and around Almeley Wootton, 73% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Almeley Wootton.