B98 0BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barford Close, 0.3km from Matchborough in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
For families considering a move, B98 0BA represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00164585 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARFORD CLOSE, B98 0BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARFORD CLOSE, B98 0BA.
304
48
£ 46,200 /yr
55%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B98 0BA spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. 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 B98 0BA. The average age is 48.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 230,000
8 sales · Mean £ 238,750
Flat
£ 235,000
1 sales · Mean £ 235,000
Detached
£ 327,000
1 sales · Mean £ 327,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0BA has low crime rates — 27 incidents 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
Matchborough First School Academy
Arrow Vale High School
Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School
Tenacres First School
Kingfisher School
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Arrow Valley First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Little Baking Co0.4 km
- Costers Convenience0.6 km
- Simply Local0.2 km
- KM Pienta0.5 km
- McColl's0.7 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Workplace Facilities Management At Rockline1.0 km
- Gardener's Retreat0.9 km
- Without Walls Community Church0.9 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project0.2 km
- New Summer Palace Restaurant0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Dog Inn0.8 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.7 km
- Golden Carp Chippy0.7 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Orangery0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch4.2 km
- Danzey5.6 km
- Wood End6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Munsley Close0.2 km
- Allensmore Close0.2 km
- Atherstone Close0.2 km
- Atherstone Close0.2 km
- Ledbury Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B980BA · Data under Open Government Licence