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Location in HerefordshireBleak Acre sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bleak Acre
Bleak Acre is a small settlement located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the HR7 postcode area, 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 community, Bleak Acre has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village is accessible via minor roads, connecting it to nearby towns such as Leominster and Kington. There are a few residential properties and a small number of agricultural buildings, reflecting its longstanding rural character. The name may suggest a bleak appearance, but the area offers a calm and unspoilt environment for those who live there.
School Ratings in Bleak Acre
There are 11 schools in and around Bleak Acre. Rowden House School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bleak Acre
The average property price is £325K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £385K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bleak Acre
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other theft is prevalent across Bleak Acre, with 5 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bleak Acre
Bleak Acre 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 Bleak Acre
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Property Prices 1,025 sales
Schools & Education 11 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR7 postcode area.
Household Income in Bleak Acre ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bleak Acre is approximately £48,455 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,325. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,325.
Businesses in Bleak Acre ONS 2025
There are approximately 517 active businesses based in Bleak Acre, around 69 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bleak Acre IMD 2025
Bleak Acre 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 Bleak Acre 26 crimes · April 2026
Bleak Acre 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 small 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 3 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bleak Acre
Of the 3,416 households in and around Bleak Acre, 67% are owned, 15% 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 Bleak Acre.