Postcode Analysis Stratford-on-Avon, West Midlands

OLD RECTORY GARDEN, B49 5DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD RECTORY GARDEN, B49 5DB.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B49 5DB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B49 5DB combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£535k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £535k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B49 5DB is a sought-after residential area on Old Rectory Garden, 0.8km from Grunthill in Alcester. Administratively it sits within Alcester & Rural ward and the Stratford-on-Avon constituency.

For serious buyers, B49 5DB is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £535k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for B49 5DB are sourced from Output Area E00158952 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B49 5DB. The average age is 54.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 557,500

2 sales · Mean £ 557,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B49 5DB has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences36
Shoplifting31
Anti-social behaviour30
Public order9
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Alcester Grammar School

Outstanding1363 pupils0.4 km
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St Benedict's Catholic High School

Requires Improvement592 pupils0.5 km
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St Nicholas CofE Primary

Outstanding413 pupils0.5 km
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Our Lady's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement86 pupils0.5 km
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Alcester Academy

Good638 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • A.P. Meats Ltd0.5 km
  • Slimming World Franchise1.0 km
  • Alcester Community Fridge0.2 km
  • Pantryanns0.1 km
  • Simply Fresh Convenience Store0.1 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Royal Oak0.2 km
  • Alcester Unionist Club Ltd0.2 km
  • The Roebuck0.9 km
  • Dog And Partridge0.4 km
  • The Bear Hotel0.2 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Seco Tools (UK) Ltd0.9 km
  • The Alcester Inn0.5 km
  • Cardamom0.3 km
  • Lounge@260.2 km
  • The Spice Room0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Waitrose0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Alcester Square Fish Bar0.0 km
  • Roosters0.3 km
  • Alcester Fish Bar0.5 km
  • China Town0.1 km
  • Tiffin Alcester0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wilmcote7.9 km
  • Wootton Wawen8.1 km
  • Bearley8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Police Station0.2 km
  • Police Station0.3 km
  • Gas House Lane0.3 km