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 £308K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bleak Acre

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bleak Acre, with 14 recorded incidents in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bleak Acre

Broadband availability in Bleak Acre includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,091 sales

Average Price £308K
£500 — £3.01M
Detached £374K 446
Semi £228K 252
Terraced £210K 177
Flat £102K 99

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Burley Gate CofE Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Pencombe CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles H.O.P.E Children's Centre, Bromyard Good 3.7 miles Queen Elizabeth High School Secondary 3.9 miles St Peter's Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Bredenbury Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Withington Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles St Michael's CofE Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Marden Primary Academy Primary Good 4.9 miles Sutton Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 4.9 miles Rowden House School Outstanding 5 miles

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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
2/10
2,206 Children (0-15) 14%
9,495 Working Age 59%
6,030 Older (60+) 37%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.7% 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 Bleak Acre 45 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bleak Acre sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Anti-social behaviour 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.

14 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Other Theft
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
1 Drugs
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 3 stations

Hereford Train Station 7.9 miles
Leominster Train Station 8.7 miles
Ledbury Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stoke Hill 0.6 miles Ullingswick 0.6 miles Moreton Jeffries 0.6 miles Hales Bank 0.9 miles Stoke Lacy 1.2 miles Upper Town 1.2 miles Haven 1.2 miles Wynn's Green 1.2 miles Little Cowarne 1.2 miles Panks Bridge 1.4 miles Stoke Cross 1.4 miles Burley Gate 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Herefordshire, County of
County Worcestershire
Ward Bromyard Bringsty
Constituency North Herefordshire
Parish Bromyard and Winslow
Region West Midlands

Streets in HR7 30 shown View all streets

A4103 2 A44 3 A465 9 Apple Tree Close 1 Ash Crescent 1 Ashfield Way 1 Avenbury Lane 4 Awbrey Way 2 B4203 11 B4214 6 Ballhurst Road 4 Bannut Tree 1 Baynham Close 1 Bramley Orchards 1 Broad Street 3 Bromyard By-pass 7 Bromyard Downs 3 Burying Lane 4 Cherry Tree Close 1 Chestnut Way 1 Church Lane 2 Church Street 4 City Link Road 1 Clover Road 1 Clover Terrace 2 Coronation Avenue 1 Cruxwell Street 2 Damson Tree Close 1 Delamere Road 1 Drovers Orchard 1

Postcodes in HR7 50 shown View all postcodes

HR7 4AA HR7 4AD HR7 4AE HR7 4AH HR7 4AJ HR7 4AL HR7 4AN HR7 4AP HR7 4AR HR7 4AS HR7 4AT HR7 4AU HR7 4AW HR7 4AX HR7 4AY HR7 4AZ HR7 4BA HR7 4BB HR7 4BD HR7 4BE HR7 4BF HR7 4BG HR7 4BH HR7 4BJ HR7 4BL HR7 4BN HR7 4BP HR7 4BQ HR7 4BS HR7 4BT HR7 4BU HR7 4BW HR7 4BX HR7 4BY HR7 4BZ HR7 4DA HR7 4DB HR7 4DD HR7 4DE HR7 4DF HR7 4DG HR7 4DH HR7 4DJ HR7 4DL HR7 4DP HR7 4DQ HR7 4DR HR7 4DS HR7 4DT HR7 4DU