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Location in HerefordshireAylestone Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.

34,270
Population
13,462
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£52,732
Avg. household income
1,609
Businesses
153
People per km²
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About Aylestone Hill

Aylestone Hill is a residential area located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies just to the north of the town of Hereford, within the HR1 postcode area. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, including both modern and older properties, set along tree-lined streets. It is a quiet, suburban neighbourhood with easy access to local amenities, schools, and green spaces. The surrounding landscape features rolling countryside typical of the region, with views of the Malvern Hills visible on clear days. Aylestone Hill is well connected by road, with the A49 and A4110 providing links to nearby towns and cities. The area is popular with families and commuters due to its proximity to Hereford’s city centre and its peaceful environment.

School Ratings in Aylestone Hill

There are 42 schools in and around Aylestone Hill. St Francis Xavier's Primary School, Sutton Primary Academy, St Mary's RC High School and Hereford College of Arts are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aylestone Hill

The average property price is £335K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £416K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aylestone Hill

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Aylestone Hill, with 45 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aylestone Hill

Aylestone Hill 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Aylestone Hill

There are 25 GP surgeries within three miles of Aylestone Hill, the nearest being Diabetes Technologies (0.6 miles away).

Local Data for Aylestone Hill

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Property Prices 4,786 sales

Average Price £335K
£150 , £33.95M
Detached £416K 1,858
Semi £268K 1,232
Terraced £213K 879
Flat £163K 497

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
5 Secondary
15 Other
Outstanding 7
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR1 postcode area.

Hereford College of Arts 16 plus Outstanding 0.1 miles Herefordshire, Ludlow and North Shropshire College 16 plus Good 0.1 miles The Beacon College Not applicable Outstanding 0.2 miles Hereford Sixth Form College 16 plus Outstanding 0.2 miles Broadlands Children Centre 0.2 miles Broadlands Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Aylestone School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Hampton Dene Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Barrs Court School Not applicable Outstanding 0.5 miles The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School Secondary Good 0.5 miles St Francis Xavier's Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles Royal National College for the Blind Not applicable Good 0.6 miles

Household Income in Aylestone Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Aylestone Hill is approximately £52,732 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,529. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Aylestone Hill £52,732
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,529.

Businesses in Aylestone Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,609 active businesses based in Aylestone Hill, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 27 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,609 Total businesses
47 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Aylestone Hill IMD 2025

Aylestone Hill 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 24%
5,506 Children (0-15) 16%
20,584 Working Age 60%
8,176 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.5% 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 Aylestone Hill 316 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Aylestone Hill sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 143
Shoplifting 45
Criminal Damage & Arson 31
Public Order 30
Other Theft 19
Bicycle Theft 12
Drugs 10
Burglary 7
Vehicle Crime 7
Other Crime 5
Weapons 4
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 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 1 stations

Hereford Train Station 0.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hereford 0.6 miles Tupsley 0.6 miles Eign Hill 0.6 miles Hampton Park 0.9 miles Bartonsham 0.9 miles Lower Bullingham 1.2 miles Widemarsh 1.4 miles Blackmarstone 1.4 miles Lugwardine 1.4 miles Rotherwas 1.4 miles Munstone 1.4 miles Putson 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Herefordshire, County of
Ward Widemarsh
Constituency Hereford and South Herefordshire
Parish Hereford
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Aylestone Hill

Of the 15,020 households in and around Aylestone Hill, 68% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 13% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aylestone Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aylestone Hill

What is the population of Aylestone Hill?
Aylestone Hill has a population of approximately 34,270 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Aylestone Hill?
The average property in and around Aylestone Hill sold for about £335,044, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 4% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Aylestone Hill a deprived area?
Aylestone Hill 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 Aylestone Hill?
Aylestone Hill is covered by the HR1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Aylestone Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Aylestone Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Aylestone Hill?
The nearest railway station to Aylestone Hill is Hereford Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in HR1 30 shown View all streets

A4103 10 A417 13 A438 2 A465 56 Admirals Close 1 Ainslie Close 1 Alexandra Avenue 1 Alfords Mill 1 Alice Close 1 Andrews Close 1 Angela Close 1 Aramstone Rise 1 Arden Court 1 Arrowsmith Avenue 1 Ash Close 1 Ashgrove Close 1 Ashgrove Road 1 Ashgrove View 1 Attwood Lane 2 Audley Crescent 1 Aylestone Drive 1 Aylestone Grange 1 Aylestone Hill 3 Aylestone Rise 1 B4224 22 Backbury Road 1 Barber Close 1 Barneby Avenue 2 Barr's Court Road 4 Barroll Street 1

Postcodes in HR1 50 shown View all postcodes

HR1 1AA HR1 1AB HR1 1AD HR1 1AE HR1 1AF HR1 1AG HR1 1AH HR1 1AJ HR1 1AL HR1 1AN HR1 1AP HR1 1AQ HR1 1AR HR1 1AS HR1 1AT HR1 1AU HR1 1AW HR1 1AX HR1 1AY HR1 1AZ HR1 1BB HR1 1BE HR1 1BG HR1 1BH HR1 1BJ HR1 1BL HR1 1BN HR1 1BP HR1 1BQ HR1 1BT HR1 1BU HR1 1BW HR1 1BX HR1 1BY HR1 1BZ HR1 1DA HR1 1DB HR1 1DD HR1 1DE HR1 1DF HR1 1DG HR1 1DH HR1 1DJ HR1 1DL HR1 1DN HR1 1DP HR1 1DQ HR1 1DS HR1 1DT HR1 1DU