About Bredwardine

Bredwardine is a small village located in Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies just north of the River Wye, close to the border with Wales, and is part of the civil parish of Bredwardine and Kington. The village is situated near the A44 road, which connects Hereford to the west of England and Wales. Bredwardine has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the medieval period. The local church, St Mary’s, is a notable feature, and the village retains a quiet, rural character. The surrounding countryside offers walking opportunities along the river and through the rolling hills of the Welsh Marches. The postcode area HR3 covers Bredwardine and nearby villages, and the village is within easy reach of the market town of Kington.

School Ratings in Bredwardine

There are 6 schools in and around Bredwardine. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Bredwardine

The average property price is £417K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £438K.

Deprivation and Employment in Bredwardine

Bredwardine 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 Bredwardine

Broadband availability in Bredwardine 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 1,193 sales

Average Price £417K
£3K £8.6M
Detached £438K 546
Semi £272K 178
Terraced £259K 235
Flat £139K 17

Deprivation and Employment in Bredwardine IMD 2025

Bredwardine 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
1/10
1,600 Children (0-15) 14%
6,531 Working Age 58%
4,331 Older (60+) 38%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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

Location

Local Government

District Powys
Ward Hay
Constituency Brecon and Radnorshire
Parish Hay
Region West Midlands