B98 0EE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Polesworth Close, 0.8km from Park Farm in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
For families considering a move, B98 0EE represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £221k, up 3.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0EE are sourced from Output Area E00164571 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POLESWORTH CLOSE, B98 0EE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POLESWORTH CLOSE, B98 0EE.
302
49
£ 45,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B98 0EE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
B98 0EE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0EE. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 204,000
11 sales · Mean £ 187,727
Semi-Detached
£ 237,500
2 sales · Mean £ 237,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0EE has low crime rates — 37 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
Kingfisher School
Arrow Vale High School
Matchborough First School Academy
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Arrow Valley First School
St Thomas More Catholic First School
Tenacres First School
Woodfield Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Gemporia Ltd0.9 km
- KM Pienta0.7 km
- McColl's0.4 km
- Simply Local0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Orangery0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose0.3 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Starbucks0.8 km
- The Steamhouse Bakery & The Steamhouse Doughnut Truck1.0 km
- Without Walls Community Church0.4 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project0.9 km
- Eurest At Halfords0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Carp Chippy0.4 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.4 km
- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Morrisons0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch3.2 km
- Danzey6.5 km
- Wood End6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Morsefield Lane0.1 km
- Morsefield Lane0.2 km
- Ipsley Lane0.2 km
- Ipsley Lane0.2 km
- Ilmington Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B980EE · Data under Open Government Licence