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Area guide

HR4 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the HR4 postcode area, covering Hereford and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

HR4 area price snapshot

Average price

£189,317

Median price

£195,415

5-year trend

+52.5%

Total sales

18,783

The HR4 area has 775 individual postcodes with 18,783 registered sales. Prices are +52.3% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Hereford. The five-year price movement is +52.5%.

About Hereford

A historic cathedral city near the Welsh border with a medieval Mappa Mundi, direct GWR trains to London Paddington and affordable housing in a rural setting.

🚆 Main station

Hereford

⏱️ London commute

~160 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Hereford Cathedral School

View full Hereford property data →

Market context

HR4 averages £189,317, placing it in the affordable category, +52.3% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 18,783 recorded sales across 775 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in HR4 is +52.5%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for HR4

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in HR4 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in HR4.
  • 🏘️Explore Hereford. Much of the HR4 activity centres on Hereford. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the HR4 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in HR4

HR4 0PR

£137,626 avg · 175 sales

HR4 0AQ

£113,474 avg · 162 sales

HR4 0PN

£140,390 avg · 148 sales

HR4 7FF

£147,929 avg · 143 sales

HR4 9HY

£97,997 avg · 140 sales

HR4 9LX

£60,041 avg · 134 sales

HR4 9XA

£120,127 avg · 132 sales

HR4 0HQ

£123,812 avg · 125 sales

HR4 9UQ

£82,590 avg · 122 sales

View all 775 postcodes in HR4 →

Useful tools for HR4 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,286

Avg £189,317 in HR4

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare HR4 with other areas

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Hereford data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This HR4 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in HR4?

The average sold price in the HR4 postcode area is £189,317, based on 18,783 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Hereford.

How do HR4 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in HR4 average £189,317, which is +52.3% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is HR4 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

HR4 is +52.3% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 775 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have HR4 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in HR4 have moved +52.5% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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