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Location in HerefordshireOld Wharf sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Old Wharf
Old Wharf in Herefordshire is located within the HR8 postcode area, offering a unique setting along the River Wye. This area has a mix of residential properties and small businesses, making it a practical spot for both locals and visitors. The river provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including walking and cycling along its banks.
The wharf itself has historical significance, once serving as a point for transporting goods. Today, it retains some of its original features, allowing visitors to appreciate its past. The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling hills and agricultural land, typical of the Herefordshire countryside. Old Wharf serves as a pleasant location for those looking to enjoy a day by the river or explore the local area.
School Ratings in Old Wharf
There are 14 schools in and around Old Wharf. Eastnor Parochial Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Old Wharf
The average property price is £353K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £438K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Old Wharf
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other theft is prevalent across Old Wharf, with 4 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Old Wharf
Old Wharf 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.
Healthcare in Old Wharf
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Old Wharf, the nearest being Ledbury Health Partnership (0.7 miles away).
Local Data for Old Wharf
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Property Prices 2,311 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HR8 postcode area.
Household Income in Old Wharf ONS 2023
The average total household income in Old Wharf 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,738.
Businesses in Old Wharf ONS 2025
There are approximately 764 active businesses based in Old Wharf, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Old Wharf IMD 2025
Old Wharf 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.
Crime in Old Wharf 25 crimes · May 2026
Old Wharf records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Old Wharf
Of the 5,804 households in and around Old Wharf, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Old Wharf.