Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

WILLOW CLOSE, B61 8RF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW CLOSE, B61 8RF.

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Population

243

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Avg Age

65

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

21%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B61 8RF spans multiple life stages — average age 65, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (65) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 7.5% year-on-year.

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

B61 8RF is a mixed residential area on Willow Close, 0.5km from Churchfields in Bromsgrove. Administratively it sits within Sanders Park ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For families considering a move, B61 8RF represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 65 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £215k, up 7.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B61 8RF are sourced from Output Area E00181366 (shared with 13 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 B61 8RF. The average age is 65.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

21%Active
FT: 12%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 200,000

9 sales · Mean £ 193,722

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

Crime around B61 8RF is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences94
Anti-social behaviour79
Shoplifting25
Public order18
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Middle School Academy

Outstanding659 pupils0.4 km
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Meadows First School

Outstanding332 pupils0.8 km
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Parkside Middle School

Good609 pupils0.8 km
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Millfields First School

Good288 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Catholic First School

Good273 pupils1.0 km
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North Bromsgrove High School

Good948 pupils1.0 km
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The Orchards School

Inadequate262 pupils1.1 km
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South Bromsgrove High

Outstanding1338 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • The Retreat Breakfast And Coffee House0.5 km
  • The Stripped Kitchen0.6 km
  • Bromsgrove Pizza Co0.6 km
  • Canto Mando Chinese Restaurant0.4 km
  • Casa Med Tapas Bar And Lounge0.5 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • ATE0.4 km
  • Bromsgrove Sporting FC0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Greggs Bromsgrove0.9 km
  • New Orient Cantonese Takeaway0.4 km
  • + 18 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett0.4 km
  • Redkite Health Foods0.7 km
  • Zam Zam Shop0.4 km
  • Decanter Spirit Ltd0.4 km
  • Broad Street News & Booze0.7 km
  • + 16 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Houseman Hall0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Slug And Lettuce0.6 km
  • Millfield And District Social Club0.9 km
  • The Golden Cross Hotel0.4 km
  • The Grove Inn0.4 km
  • 57 Monkeys0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Asda0.5 km
  • Lidl0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bromsgrove1.9 km
  • Barnt Green5.8 km
  • Alvechurch6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Willow Road0.2 km
  • Willow Road0.2 km
  • Church Street0.3 km
  • Market Hall0.3 km
  • St John Street - Market Hall0.3 km