B98 0DZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Matchborough in Redditch. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
Within the B98 district, this postcode is characterised by a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0DZ are sourced from Output Area E00164576 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B98 0DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B98 0DZ.
277
39
£ 46,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B98 0DZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 39, B98 0DZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0DZ. The average age is 39.0. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0DZ 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
Kingfisher School
Arrow Vale High School
Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Tenacres First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- The Little Baking Co1.0 km
- Simply Local0.5 km
- KM Pienta0.3 km
- McColl's0.8 km
- Geraghtys0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Workplace Facilities Management At Rockline0.5 km
- Without Walls Community Church0.7 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project0.5 km
- New Summer Palace Restaurant0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.8 km
- Golden Carp Chippy0.8 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Old Sticky Wicket0.8 km
- Miller And Carter Washford Mill1.0 km
- The Boot Inn0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch4.2 km
- Danzey6.0 km
- Wood End6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Claybrook Drive0.1 km
- Claybrook Drive0.1 km
- Village Hall0.3 km
- Atherstone Close0.3 km
- Atherstone Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B980DZ · Data under Open Government Licence