Property trends for HR2

    HR2 covers the southern and central parts of Herefordshire, including the market town of Ross-on-Wye and surrounding rural settlements. It is a quieter, more established area with an older demographic profile and a strong emphasis on owner-occupation.

    At a Glance

    Average Property Price - HR2

    £301,742

    43

    National percentile

    12 month avg at 31 Jul 2026

    Average Monthly Rent - HR

    £805

    19

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    Average Net Household Income - HR2

    £36,078

    38

    National percentile

    2023 census data

    Flat / Maisonette Yield - HR

    5.4%

    25

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    10-Year Annualised Price Growth - HR2

    3.8%

    72

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    10-Year Annualised Rent Growth - HR

    3.4%

    16

    National percentile

    Estimate at 31 Jul 2026

    Street Rankings — HR2

    Top 5 streets in HR2 ranked by 3-year average sale price.

    #Street3Y Avg
    1Oakview Close£723,333
    2Stockley Hill£720,000
    3Southwell Close£645,000
    4The Pippins£630,000
    5Pilgrim Park£608,000

    Latest Rent — HR2

    Property Price & Volume Trends

    The average property price in HR2 is £301,000, placing it around the middle of the national spectrum. Over the past decade, prices have grown at 3.9% annually—slightly faster than the national average—reflecting steady but modest capital appreciation. Transaction activity has slowed recently, with 395 sales in the latest full year compared to a 10-year average of 508, suggesting a cooling in market momentum.

    Rent & Yield Trends

    Average monthly rent across the broader HR postcode area is £819, well below the national average and among the most affordable regions. Rent growth over ten years has been moderate at 3.6% annually, also below the national pace. The flat yield currently stands at 5.2%, notably above its ten-year average of 4.5%, indicating improved returns for rental investors in recent times.

    Income & Affordability Trends

    Average household income is £36,078, below the national average. The price-to-income ratio has worsened since 2016, rising from 7.3x to 8.5x, meaning property has become less affordable relative to earnings. Rental affordability has improved slightly, with the rent-to-income ratio falling from 23.6% to 23.2%, indicating modest easing of rental cost pressure.

    Resident Demographic Profile

    The area is notably older than average, with those aged 50–64 and 65+ each representing over 22% of the population, compared to national averages of around 20% and 19–20% respectively. Conversely, the 16–24 age group is significantly underrepresented at 8.7% versus 11% nationally. Owner-occupation is strong, with 38.3% owning outright—well above the national figure of 33.7%. The employment mix is notably tilted towards trades (14.7% versus 10.5% nationally) and away from professional occupations (14.6% versus 20.5% nationally).

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