WR14 1DD is a mixed residential area on Merick Road, 0.7km from Malvern Link in Great Malvern. Administratively it sits within Link ward and the West Worcestershire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 92 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £320k.
Census 2021 statistics for WR14 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00164213 (shared with 40 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERICK ROAD, WR14 1DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERICK ROAD, WR14 1DD.
450
50
£ 40,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WR14 1DD 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 50, WR14 1DD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 WR14 1DD. The average age is 50.0. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
1 sales · Mean £ 320,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WR14 1DD is above average at 92 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Matthias Church of England Primary School
Somers Park Primary School
Grove Primary School
Dyson Perrins CofE Academy
Madresfield CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Londis - Malvern0.2 km
- Malvern Motor Cycle & Light Club0.9 km
- Sunny Lodge Service Station / Londis0.3 km
- Evergreens Children Centre0.8 km
- Malvern Mini Market0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- A To Zest Events0.7 km
- Caffe Nero0.4 km
- Just Perfect Catering - Orchard Restaurant0.6 km
- Everest Eatery0.6 km
- Ice Quest0.3 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi0.6 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
- Morrisons0.4 km
- Co-Op0.4 km
- Lidl0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Malvern Link Fish Bar0.6 km
- Mayflower Cantonese0.1 km
- Not Just Desserts0.6 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- May Link0.6 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Premier Inn Malvern0.5 km
- The Malvern Hotel0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Costa0.5 km
- Malvern Cricket Club0.3 km
- The Bakery Inn0.6 km
- The New Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Malvern Link1.0 km
- Malvern1.8 km
- Great Malvern2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lower Howsell Road0.1 km
- The Oak Inn0.1 km
- Lower Howsell Road0.2 km
- Isobel Harrison Gardens0.3 km
- Isobel Harrison Gardens0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WR141DD · Data under Open Government Licence