Barons' Cross, Herefordshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Barons' Cross

Barons' Cross is a small settlement located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the HR6 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the countryside, surrounded by open fields and rolling hills typical of the region. The area is known for its peaceful environment and agricultural landscape, with a mix of farmland and scattered homes. While it is not a large community, it offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with easy access to nearby villages and towns. The local area is well-connected by road, making it convenient for residents to travel to larger centres such as Hereford or Leominster. Barons' Cross is part of a wider network of rural communities in Herefordshire, contributing to the county’s character as a place of natural beauty and traditional English countryside.

School Ratings in Barons' Cross

There are 12 schools in and around Barons' Cross. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barons' Cross

The average property price is £314K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £383K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barons' Cross

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Barons' Cross, with 18 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barons' Cross

Barons' Cross 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 Barons' Cross

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Barons' Cross, the nearest being Ryeland Surgery (1.1 miles away).

Local Data for Barons' Cross

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Property Prices 2,907 sales

Average Price £314K

£500 , £6.86M

Detached £383K 1,189

Semi £225K 699

Terraced £194K 576

Flat £103K 134

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

7 Primary

1 Secondary

4 Other

Good 11

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR6 postcode area.

Ivington CofE Primary and Pre-School Primary Good 1.1 miles Westfield School Not applicable Good 1.2 miles Leominster Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Coningsby Children's Centre, Leominster Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Cambian Hereford School Not applicable Good 1.3 miles Earl Mortimer College Secondary Good 1.4 miles Kingsland CofE School Primary Good 2.6 miles Luston Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Stoke Prior Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Kimbolton St James CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles St Mary's Primary School, Dilwyn Primary Good 4.4 miles Lucton School Not applicable 4.5 miles

Household Income in Barons' Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barons' Cross is approximately £44,345 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,863. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barons' Cross £44,345

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,863.

Businesses in Barons' Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,276 active businesses based in Barons' Cross, around 61 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,276 Total businesses

61 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Barons' Cross IMD 2025

Barons' Cross 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

5/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 16%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 28%

3,287 Children (0-15) 16%

11,629 Working Age 56%

5,845 Older (65+) 28%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13% 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 Barons' Cross 90 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Barons' Cross sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 36

Public Order 18

Shoplifting 15

Criminal Damage & Arson 10

Weapons 3

Other Theft 2

Robbery 2

Burglary 1

Drugs 1

Theft from Person 1

Other Crime 1

Local Policing

West Mercia Leominster [email protected] Visit force website →

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Leominster Train Station 1.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ebnall 0 yards Stagbatch 0.6 miles Ryelands 0.6 miles Cholstrey 0.9 miles Ivington 1.2 miles Monkland 1.4 miles Leominster 1.4 miles The Marsh 1.4 miles Cobnash 1.8 miles The Broad 1.8 miles Eaton 1.9 miles Eyton 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Herefordshire, County of

Ward Leominster North & Rural

Constituency North Herefordshire

Parish Leominster

Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Barons' Cross

Of the 9,376 households in and around Barons' Cross, 65% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 65% Social rented 13% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barons' Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barons' Cross

What is the population of Barons' Cross?

Barons' Cross has a population of approximately 20,755 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Barons' Cross?

The average property in and around Barons' Cross sold for about £314,126, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 10% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Barons' Cross a deprived area?

Barons' Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Barons' Cross?

Barons' Cross is covered by the HR6 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Barons' Cross?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barons' Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Barons' Cross?

The nearest railway station to Barons' Cross is Leominster Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in HR6 30 shown View all streets

A4110 20 A4112 5 A417 2 A44 9 A49 3 Arkwrite Close 1 Ashfield Lane 1 B4355 2 B4360 8 B4361 10 B4362 23 B4529 2 Bacon Lane 1 Bar Meadow 1 Bargates 4 Barons' Cross Road 9 Bateman Close 2 Battlebridge Close 2 Bearwood Lane 3 Bell Lane 1 Bircher Close 1 Blue Gate Avenue 1 Boarsfield 3 Bonds Green 1 Bramlea Close 1 Bridge Street 9 Brierley Way 1 Broad Lane 1 Broad Street 8 Brunel Road 16

Postcodes in HR6 50 shown View all postcodes

HR6 0AA HR6 0AB HR6 0AD HR6 0AE HR6 0AG HR6 0AH HR6 0AJ HR6 0AL HR6 0AN HR6 0AP HR6 0AQ HR6 0AR HR6 0AS HR6 0AT HR6 0AU HR6 0AW HR6 0AX HR6 0AY HR6 0AZ HR6 0BA HR6 0BB HR6 0BD HR6 0BE HR6 0BG HR6 0BH HR6 0BJ HR6 0BL HR6 0BN HR6 0BP HR6 0BQ HR6 0BS HR6 0BT HR6 0BU HR6 0BW HR6 0BX HR6 0BY HR6 0BZ HR6 0DA HR6 0DB HR6 0DD HR6 0DE HR6 0DF HR6 0DG HR6 0DH HR6 0DJ HR6 0DL HR6 0DN HR6 0DP HR6 0DQ HR6 0DR

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