B48 7AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.9km from Hopwood in Hopwood. Administratively it sits within Alvechurch Village ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.
For families considering a move, B48 7AN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B48 7AN are sourced from Output Area E00163844 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B48 7AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B48 7AN.
351
51
£ 49,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B48 7AN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B48 7AN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B48 7AN. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B48 7AN has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cofton Primary School
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Hayes Sports Partnership1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hopwood Village Hall0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Westmead Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Longbridge2.1 km
- Northfield2.8 km
- Barnt Green3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Grovely Farm0.1 km
- Grovely Farm0.1 km
- Groveley Hall0.4 km
- Groveley Hall0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B487AN · Data under Open Government Licence