About Brinsop

Brinsop is a small village located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. It lies within the HR4 postcode area and is situated near the border with Worcestershire. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of timber-framed and stone buildings. Brinsop is home to St Mary’s Church, a historic building with architectural features dating back to the 13th century, and the nearby Brinsop Court, a former manor house now used as a conference and events venue. The surrounding area offers peaceful walks through woodlands and rolling fields, typical of the Herefordshire landscape. The village has a close-knit community and retains a quiet, unhurried atmosphere.

School Ratings in Brinsop

Brinsop is served by 21 schools. Holmer CofE Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brinsop

Property prices average £289K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £393K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brinsop

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Brinsop, with 7 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brinsop

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brinsop falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brinsop

Most properties in Brinsop can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,163 sales

Average Price £289K
£1K — £20.79M
Detached £393K 1,643
Semi £248K 1,435
Terraced £202K 1,262
Flat £150K 544

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Burghill Community Academy Primary 1.6 miles Stretton Sugwas CofE Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Canon Pyon CofE Academy Primary Good 3.4 miles Whitecross Hereford Secondary Good 3.5 miles Trinity Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles G.E.M Hereford Good 3.6 miles Madley Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Wellington Primary School and Nursery Primary 3.9 miles The Brookfield School 4 miles Holmer CofE Academy Primary Outstanding 4.3 miles Clehonger CofE Primary School Primary 4.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brinsop IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brinsop in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,022 Children (0-15) 16%
26,228 Working Age 61%
12,938 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.2% 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 Brinsop 41 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Brinsop falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Other Theft
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Weapons
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
West Mercia Hereford Rural North Visit force website →
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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

Hereford Train Station 4.9 miles
Leominster Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brinsop Common 0.6 miles Credenhill 0.9 miles Kenchester 0.9 miles Tillington 1.4 miles Mansel Lacy 1.4 miles Bishon Common 1.4 miles Barnfields 1.4 miles Tillington Common 1.4 miles Stretton Sugwas 1.8 miles Burghill 1.9 miles Bishopstone 2 miles Sugwas Pool 2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in HR4 30 shown View all streets

A4110 20 A4112 8 A438 18 A480 15 A49 11 Admiral Rd. 1 Adonis Way 1 Aintree Avenue 1 Ambleside Drive 1 Amyand Drive 1 Arkwright Close 1 Armadale Close 1 Ascot Close 1 Asquith Close 1 Atlay Street 1 Attlee Close 1 Auberrow Lane 1 Auberrow Road 1 Aubrey Street 3 Auctioneer Walk 1 Avocet Road 2 Aylesbrook 2 B4230 6 Back Lane 1 Badnage Lane 2 Baggallay Street 1 Baker's Furlong 1 Balfour Close 1 Bangor Close 1 Barklie Mead 2

Postcodes in HR4 50 shown View all postcodes

HR4 0AA HR4 0AB HR4 0AF HR4 0AG HR4 0AH HR4 0AJ HR4 0AL HR4 0AP HR4 0AQ HR4 0AR HR4 0AS HR4 0AT HR4 0AU HR4 0AW HR4 0AX HR4 0AY HR4 0AZ HR4 0BA HR4 0BB HR4 0BD HR4 0BE HR4 0BG HR4 0BH HR4 0BJ HR4 0BL HR4 0BN HR4 0BP HR4 0BQ HR4 0BS HR4 0BT HR4 0BU HR4 0BW HR4 0BX HR4 0BY HR4 0BZ HR4 0DA HR4 0DD HR4 0DE HR4 0DF HR4 0DG HR4 0DH HR4 0DJ HR4 0DL HR4 0DN HR4 0DP HR4 0DQ HR4 0DR HR4 0DS HR4 0DT HR4 0DU