Postcode Analysis Malvern Hills, West Midlands

KENT CLOSE, WR14 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KENT CLOSE, WR14 1DQ.

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Population

339

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 40,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WR14 1DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

WR14 1DQ has a significant social housing presence — 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WR14 1DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kent Close, 0.9km from Lower Howsell in Great Malvern. Administratively it sits within Link ward and the West Worcestershire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WR14 1DQ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 35) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for WR14 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00164211 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WR14 1DQ. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian5.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 5%
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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)

Crime around WR14 1DQ is moderate at 72 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.

Violence and sexual offences53
Anti-social behaviour42
Shoplifting15
Other theft12
Public order7

school Local Schools

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St Matthias Church of England Primary School

Inadequate182 pupils1.1 km
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Dyson Perrins CofE Academy

Good656 pupils1.5 km
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Somers Park Primary School

Good569 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Londis - Malvern0.6 km
  • Sunny Lodge Service Station / Londis0.7 km
  • Card Factory0.5 km
  • Link News1.0 km
  • Link Wines1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Swan Inn0.7 km
  • Costa0.6 km
  • Malvern Cricket Club0.6 km
  • The New Inn0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Caffe Nero0.5 km
  • Just Perfect Catering - Orchard Restaurant0.8 km
  • Angel Wings Day Centre & Cafe0.7 km
  • Colston Bakery0.8 km
  • London House Cafe1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.5 km
  • Co-Op0.9 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Mayflower Cantonese0.5 km
  • Carburettor Coffee1.0 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Malvern Hotel0.7 km
  • Premier Inn Malvern0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Malvern Link1.4 km
  • Malvern2.2 km
  • Great Malvern3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Duke of Edinburgh Way0.1 km
  • Isobel Harrison Gardens0.3 km
  • Isobel Harrison Gardens0.3 km
  • Churchill Drive0.4 km
  • Madresfield Turn0.4 km