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Location in HerefordshireBarnfields sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barnfields
Barnfields is a rural area located in Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the HR4 postcode area and is situated near the border with Wales. The landscape is predominantly agricultural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the region. The area is quiet and peaceful, with a small number of residential properties nestled among the countryside. There are no major towns or cities nearby, making it a tranquil spot for those seeking a rural lifestyle. The local community is close-knit, with residents often involved in farming or related industries. The surrounding countryside offers walking opportunities and views of rolling hills, characteristic of the Herefordshire countryside.
School Ratings in Barnfields
There are 38 schools in and around Barnfields. Holmer CofE Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barnfields
The average property price is £296K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £394K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barnfields
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other theft is prevalent across Barnfields, with 4 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barnfields
Barnfields 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 Barnfields
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Barnfields, the nearest being Hereford Medical Centre (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Barnfields
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Property Prices 4,963 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR4 postcode area.
Household Income in Barnfields ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barnfields is approximately £50,147 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,524. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,524.
Businesses in Barnfields ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,308 active businesses based in Barnfields, around 46 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Barnfields IMD 2025
Barnfields 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.
Crime in Barnfields 25 crimes · May 2026
Barnfields records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barnfields
Of the 12,618 households in and around Barnfields, 67% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 21% 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 Barnfields.