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Location in HerefordshireBircher sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bircher
Bircher is a small settlement located in Herefordshire, within the HR6 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. While it is not a large village, it offers a sense of community and connection to the local area. The surrounding fields and hedgerows are typical of the Herefordshire countryside, with a mix of farmland and woodland. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing essential services and amenities. Bircher reflects the broader rural character of the region, with a focus on agriculture and a close-knit community.
School Ratings in Bircher
There are 15 schools in and around Bircher. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bircher
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 Bircher
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Bircher, with 18 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bircher
Bircher 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.
Local Data for Bircher
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Property Prices 2,907 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR6 postcode area.
Household Income in Bircher ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bircher 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,863.
Businesses in Bircher ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,276 active businesses based in Bircher, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Bircher IMD 2025
Bircher 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 Bircher 90 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Bircher 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bircher
Of the 9,376 households in and around Bircher, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bircher.