B98 0BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Farnborough Close, 0.4km from Matchborough in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
For families considering a move, B98 0BQ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £188k, up 13.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00164575 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARNBOROUGH CLOSE, B98 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARNBOROUGH CLOSE, B98 0BQ.
396
39
£ 46,200 /yr
51%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B98 0BQ spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 13.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0BQ. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 171,000
5 sales · Mean £ 180,400
Flat
£ 109,000
1 sales · Mean £ 109,000
Terraced
£ 160,000
4 sales · Mean £ 160,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0BQ has low crime rates — 34 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
Kingfisher School
Arrow Vale High School
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Tenacres First School
Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School
Arrow Valley First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- KM Pienta0.1 km
- McColl's0.5 km
- Geraghtys0.7 km
- Costers Convenience0.9 km
- Simply Local0.3 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Orangery0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose0.9 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.5 km
- The Boot Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Without Walls Community Church0.5 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project0.3 km
- New Summer Palace Restaurant0.7 km
- Workplace Facilities Management At Rockline0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Carp Chippy0.5 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.5 km
- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch4.0 km
- Danzey6.0 km
- Wood End6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Felton Close0.1 km
- Felton Close0.1 km
- Claybrook Drive0.2 km
- Claybrook Drive0.3 km
- Jackfield Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B980BQ · Data under Open Government Licence