THE latest version of the coronavirus death map has revealed eight areas in Herefordshire with less than two deaths linked to coronavirus.

A total of 53 deaths are known to have occurred in hospitals across Herefordshire with more in care homes and within the community.

In May, 64 deaths in Herefordshire were linked to Covid-19 in all settings, including those registered up to June 6 – equivalent to 26.0 per 100,000 of the population.

And now a map designed by the Office for National Statistics allows users to see how many people in their local area have died from a Covid-19 related illness - but the data only includes deaths up to May 31.

Which parts of Herefordshire have seen the fewest coronavirus-related deaths?

Following analysis of the ONS statistics, it can be revealed that there are eights areas out of the 23 in Herefordshire have reported only one or two deaths from the virus between March 1 and May 31.

Belmont, Madley and Clehonger - 1

Fownhope, Tarrington and Marcle - 2

Golden Valley - 2

Hereford North West - 1

Hereford West - 1

Leominster North - 2

Leominster South - 2

Which areas have recorded the most deaths?

The ONS data which includes deaths for which coronavirus was the underlying cause, or was mentioned on the death certificate as a contributory factor, shows Ross-on-Wye has seen the most fatalities.

In total, just two areas had more than 10 deaths from the virus from March 1 to May 31.

Ross-on-Wye - 21

Hereford South - 12

Last week, a GP from Ross-on-Wye said the number of new cases was falling.

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Dr Simon Lennane said: "We continue to see very few new cases of coronavirus locally, roughly one per day at present in Herefordshire, showing that social distancing and other measures are working. GP practices and hospitals are working hard to restart more routine activity, while ensuring we keep our patients and staff safe.

"Stringent infection control measures are being put in place to enable us to see more patients face to face and clinicians will continue to work remotely where appropriate, using telephone or video consulting to reduce the chance of spreading the virus. It is however very important that we remain ready to react to any outbreaks.

"Testing is now available to all, and anyone with symptoms should have a swab for Covid-19. These tests are not 100% accurate, and some cases will be missed, so anyone with symptoms (high fever, dry persistent cough or new loss of smell) should be prepared to isolate even if the swab is negative.

"The swab is still useful to understand the spread and allow contact tracing, which is the best way to stop a more widespread outbreak."

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How do I find out how many coronavirus-related deaths there have been in my area?

By entering your postcode into the map, you will be able to see how many coronavirus-related deaths have occurred near you between March 1 and May 31.

This information was gathered using data from an interactive map produced by the Office for National Statistics.

And while the authority endeavour to be as specific as possible, there are certain instances where the data may be slightly skewed. For example: To protect confidentiality, a small number of deaths have been reallocated between neighbouring areas.

This only includes the latest available figures, which were deaths occurring between 1 March 2020 and May 21 2020 and registered by June 6 2020.

Figures exclude death of non-residents and are based on February 2020 boundaries.