B97 4DE is a well-regarded residential area located 0.5km from Redditch in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Redditch constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a public administration and security zone — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for B97 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00171587 (shared with 608 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B97 4DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B97 4DE.
550
36
£ 49,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
B97 4DE is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B97 4DE. The average age is 36.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B97 4DE is above average at 108 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.
school Local Schools
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
St Stephen's CofE First School
The Forge Secondary Short Stay School
St George's CofE First School and Nursery
Holyoakes Field First School
St Bede's Catholic Middle School
Birchensale Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- Wickes0.6 km
- Church Green Convenience Store0.4 km
- Omega Therapies0.9 km
- Primark0.6 km
- T.K.Maxx0.7 km
- + 37 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Easemore Social Club0.2 km
- Redditch Borough Council Civic Suite0.6 km
- The Sportsmans Arms0.4 km
- Bridley Moor & Batchley Social Club1.0 km
- The Queen's Head0.5 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Lidl0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Justgrills0.7 km
- Mickys Chippy0.8 km
- Redditch Pizza0.8 km
- Artisan Spice0.8 km
- Just Grills0.7 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Bakes & Shakes0.5 km
- Chopstix0.6 km
- Edo Japanese & Asian Cuisine0.5 km
- 360 Play Redditch0.7 km
- Coffee#10.6 km
- + 35 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch0.7 km
- Alvechurch4.5 km
- Barnt Green6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Church Green0.1 km
- Baptist Church0.2 km
- Fishing Line Road0.2 km
- Trinity College0.2 km
- Lady Harriet's Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B974DE · Data under Open Government Licence