Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

MALVERN ROAD, WR2 4BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALVERN ROAD, WR2 4BS.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WR2 4BS 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.

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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WR2 4BS combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£582k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £582k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

WR2 4BS is a sought-after residential area on Malvern Road, 0.4km from Lower Wick in Worcester. Administratively it sits within Bedwardine ward and the Worcester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WR2, WR2 4BS offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £582k.

Census 2021 statistics for WR2 4BS are sourced from Output Area E00164680 (shared with 12 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 WR2 4BS. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 515,750

5 sales · Mean £ 548,150

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WR2 4BS has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting11
Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft7
Anti-social behaviour6
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Pitmaston Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils1.1 km
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Christopher Whitehead Language College

Good1484 pupils1.5 km
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Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary

Good183 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Secret B & B0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cromwells Nepalese And Indian Cuisine1.0 km
  • Bennetts Willow Barn0.1 km
  • Ego Restaurants0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Maple Leaf0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • BP0.3 km
  • Bromwich Convenience Store0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • IK Indian Kitchen0.4 km
  • Donnellys Fish & Chips0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester2.2 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street2.6 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Wick Island0.1 km
  • Lower Wick Island0.1 km
  • Edmonton Close0.1 km
  • Lower Wick Island0.2 km
  • Weir Lane0.3 km