About Bowley

Bowley is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the HR1 postcode area and is situated near the border with Wales. The village is surrounded by rural countryside, with rolling hills and farmland typical of the region. Bowley is part of the civil parish of Bredwardine and is close to the River Wye, which forms a natural boundary in the area. The local landscape is marked by traditional stone buildings and hedgerows, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the region. While the population is modest, the village offers a peaceful setting with access to walking trails and scenic views. The area is known for its quiet, rural character and strong sense of community.

School Ratings in Bowley

There are 12 schools in and around Bowley. St Francis Xavier's Primary School, Sutton Primary Academy, St Mary's RC High School and Hereford College of Arts are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bowley

The average property price is £316K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £403K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bowley

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bowley, with 65 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bowley

Bowley 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 Bowley

Broadband speeds in Bowley are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,943 sales

Average Price £316K
£2K — £7.82M
Detached £403K 1,906
Semi £261K 1,295
Terraced £210K 898
Flat £157K 532

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
St Michael's CofE Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Stoke Prior Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Marden Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Pencombe CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Wellington Primary School and Nursery Primary 4 miles Sutton Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 4.2 miles Burley Gate CofE Primary School Primary 4.5 miles Leominster Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Bredenbury Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Earl Mortimer College Secondary Good 4.7 miles Coningsby Children's Centre, Leominster Requires Improvement 4.9 miles Cambian Hereford School Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bowley IMD 2025

Bowley 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,915 Children (0-15) 16%
29,692 Working Age 59%
16,351 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.5% 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 Bowley 349 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Bowley sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

138 Violence & Sexual Offences
65 Anti-Social Behaviour
50 Shoplifting
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Other Theft
18 Public Order
9 Drugs
8 Burglary
5 Bicycle Theft
5 Weapons
5 Other Crime
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Theft from Person
1 Robbery
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 2 stations

Leominster Train Station 4.8 miles
Hereford Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Saffron's Cross 0.6 miles Bowley Town 0.9 miles Bodenham 0.9 miles Bodenham Moor 1.2 miles Pool Head 1.4 miles Maund Bryan 1.8 miles Risbury 2 miles The Vauld 2 miles Marston Stannett 2.2 miles Whitechurch Maund 2.2 miles Kingsfield 2.2 miles Litmarsh 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Herefordshire, County of
Ward Widemarsh
Constituency Hereford and South Herefordshire
Parish Hereford
Region West Midlands

Streets in HR1 30 shown View all streets

A4103 10 A417 13 A438 2 A465 56 Admirals Close 1 Ainslie Close 1 Alexandra Avenue 1 Alfords Mill 1 Alice Close 1 Andrews Close 1 Angela Close 1 Aramstone Rise 1 Arden Court 1 Arrowsmith Avenue 1 Ash Close 1 Ashgrove Close 1 Ashgrove Road 1 Ashgrove View 1 Attwood Lane 2 Audley Crescent 1 Aylestone Drive 1 Aylestone Grange 1 Aylestone Hill 3 Aylestone Rise 1 B4224 22 Backbury Road 1 Barber Close 1 Barneby Avenue 2 Barr's Court Road 4 Barroll Street 1

Postcodes in HR1 50 shown View all postcodes

HR1 1AA HR1 1AB HR1 1AD HR1 1AE HR1 1AF HR1 1AG HR1 1AH HR1 1AJ HR1 1AL HR1 1AN HR1 1AP HR1 1AQ HR1 1AR HR1 1AS HR1 1AT HR1 1AU HR1 1AW HR1 1AX HR1 1AY HR1 1AZ HR1 1BB HR1 1BE HR1 1BG HR1 1BH HR1 1BJ HR1 1BL HR1 1BN HR1 1BP HR1 1BQ HR1 1BT HR1 1BU HR1 1BW HR1 1BX HR1 1BY HR1 1BZ HR1 1DA HR1 1DB HR1 1DD HR1 1DE HR1 1DF HR1 1DG HR1 1DH HR1 1DJ HR1 1DL HR1 1DN HR1 1DP HR1 1DQ HR1 1DS HR1 1DT HR1 1DU