Catley Southfield, Herefordshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Catley Southfield

Catley Southfield is a rural settlement located in the county of Herefordshire, in the west of England. Situated within the HR8 postcode area, it lies in a quiet, agricultural part of the countryside. The area is characterised by open fields, hedgerows, and scattered farmhouses, typical of the Herefordshire landscape. It is not a large settlement, with a small number of dwellings and limited local amenities. The surrounding countryside offers peaceful walks and views of the rolling hills that are common to the region. The village is accessible by road, with nearby villages and towns providing essential services. Its location places it within easy reach of the wider Herefordshire community, while maintaining a sense of seclusion and tranquillity.

School Ratings in Catley Southfield

Catley Southfield is served by 14 schools. Eastnor Parochial Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Catley Southfield

Property prices average £353K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £438K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Catley Southfield

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Catley Southfield, with 5 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Catley Southfield

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Catley Southfield 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.

Healthcare in Catley Southfield

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Catley Southfield, the nearest being Cradley Surgery (2.9 miles away).

Local Data for Catley Southfield

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Property Prices 2,311 sales

Average Price £353K

£1K , £6.83M

Detached £438K 937

Semi £269K 535

Terraced £213K 488

Flat £156K 151

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

7 Primary

1 Secondary

6 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR8 postcode area.

Bosbury CofE Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Compass Community School Hereford Not applicable Good 1.3 miles Ashperton Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Hidelow Grange School Not applicable Good 3.2 miles Queenswood School Not applicable Good 3.2 miles Cradley CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.8 miles Ledbury Children's Centre, Ledbury 4.3 miles Ledbury Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 4.3 miles The Elms School Not applicable 4.4 miles The Downs, Malvern College Prep School Not applicable 4.6 miles John Masefield High School Secondary Good 4.8 miles

Household Income in Catley Southfield ONS 2023

The average total household income in Catley Southfield is approximately £51,773 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,738. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Catley Southfield £51,773

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,738.

Businesses in Catley Southfield ONS 2025

There are approximately 764 active businesses based in Catley Southfield, around 60 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

764 Total businesses

60 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 7%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Catley Southfield IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Catley Southfield 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

7/10

Employment

7/10

Education

6/10

Health

8/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 14%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 30%

1,795 Children (0-15) 14%

7,081 Working Age 56%

3,842 Older (65+) 30%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% 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 Catley Southfield 43 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Catley Southfield 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 small town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 22

Criminal Damage & Arson 5

Public Order 5

Burglary 2

Other Theft 2

Shoplifting 2

Vehicle Crime 2

Drugs 1

Theft from Person 1

Other Crime 1

Local Policing

West Mercia Ledbury [email protected] Visit force website →

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Ledbury Train Station 4 miles

Colwall Train Station 4.7 miles

Great Malvern Train Station 6 miles

Malvern Link Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stanley Hill 0.6 miles Fox Hill 0.6 miles Bowley Lane 0.6 miles Bosbury 0.9 miles Birchend 1.2 miles Castle Frome 1.4 miles Fromes Hill 1.4 miles Lower Southfield 1.4 miles Pow Green 1.9 miles Old Country 1.9 miles Stoneyard Green 1.9 miles Norbridge 2 miles

Local Government

District Herefordshire, County of

County Worcestershire

Ward Ledbury North

Constituency North Herefordshire

Parish Ledbury

Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Catley Southfield

Of the 5,804 households in and around Catley Southfield, 68% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 12% Private rented 20%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Catley Southfield.

Frequently Asked Questions about Catley Southfield

What is the population of Catley Southfield?

Catley Southfield has a population of approximately 12,721 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Catley Southfield?

The average property in and around Catley Southfield sold for about £352,906, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Catley Southfield a deprived area?

Catley Southfield sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Catley Southfield?

Catley Southfield is covered by the HR8 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Catley Southfield?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Catley Southfield, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Catley Southfield?

The nearest railway station to Catley Southfield is Ledbury Train Station, about 4 miles away.

Streets in HR8 30 shown View all streets

A4103 11 A417 18 A4172 6 A438 9 A449 5 Abercrombie Close 2 Albert Road 2 Albright Lane 4 Arrow View 1 Aston Close 1 Auden Crescent 1 B4024 3 B4214 6 B4216 3 B4220 6 Ballard Close 1 Bank Crescent 4 Baregains Lane 4 Barnett Avenue 3 Barnetts Close 1 Beggars Ash 1 Belle Orchard 5 Belle Orchard Close 1 Biddulph Way 3 Birch Close 1 Blenheim Drive 1 Born Court 1 Bowley Lane 2 Bray Avenue 1 Bridge Street 8

Postcodes in HR8 50 shown View all postcodes

HR8 1AA HR8 1AB HR8 1AD HR8 1AE HR8 1AF HR8 1AG HR8 1AH HR8 1AJ HR8 1AL HR8 1AN HR8 1AP HR8 1AQ HR8 1AR HR8 1AS HR8 1AT HR8 1AU HR8 1AW HR8 1AX HR8 1AY HR8 1AZ HR8 1BA HR8 1BB HR8 1BD HR8 1BE HR8 1BG HR8 1BH HR8 1BJ HR8 1BN HR8 1BP HR8 1BQ HR8 1BS HR8 1BT HR8 1BW HR8 1BX HR8 1BY HR8 1BZ HR8 1DA HR8 1DB HR8 1DD HR8 1DE HR8 1DF HR8 1DG HR8 1DH HR8 1DJ HR8 1DL HR8 1DN HR8 1DP HR8 1DQ HR8 1DR HR8 1DS

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