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About Dancing Green
Dancing Green is a small village located in Herefordshire, England, within the HR9 postcode area. The village is surrounded by the picturesque countryside that characterises this part of the region. It is primarily a residential area, with a close-knit community that values its rural lifestyle.
The village features a few local amenities, including a small shop and a community hall, which serves as a venue for various local events. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural scenery. Nearby towns provide additional services and facilities, making Dancing Green a quiet place to live while remaining accessible to larger urban areas.
School Ratings in Dancing Green
Families in Dancing Green have access to 27 local schools. Walford Nursery & Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Dancing Green
Homes sell for an average of £379K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £455K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dancing Green
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Dancing Green, with 16 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Dancing Green
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dancing Green around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Dancing Green
There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Dancing Green, the nearest being Mitcheldean Surgery (2.2 miles away).
Local Data for Dancing Green
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Property Prices 3,509 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR9 postcode area.
Household Income in Dancing Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Dancing Green is approximately £50,657 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,084. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,084.
Businesses in Dancing Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,231 active businesses based in Dancing Green, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Dancing Green IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Dancing Green are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Dancing Green 96 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Dancing Green is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Dancing Green
Of the 10,301 households in and around Dancing Green, 71% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Dancing Green.