Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

COLUMBIA DRIVE, WR2 4DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLUMBIA DRIVE, WR2 4DE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 4DE 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
workEmployment
7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WR2 4DE — age 42, 75% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 9.3% year-on-year.

home £249,050 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WR2 4DE is a sought-after residential area on Columbia Drive, 0.2km from Wick, Lower in Worcester. Administratively it sits within Bedwardine ward and the Worcester constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £249k, up 9.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WR2 4DE 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 4DE. 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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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 242,550

2 sales · Mean £ 242,550

Semi-Detached

£ 238,000

1 sales · Mean £ 238,000

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

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

Violence and sexual offences13
Shoplifting11
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft6
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Pitmaston Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils1.1 km
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Rushwick CofE Primary School

Inadequate1.4 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 & B0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • BP0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Ego Restaurants0.2 km
  • Cromwells Nepalese And Indian Cuisine0.9 km
  • Bennetts Willow Barn0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • IK Indian Kitchen0.2 km
  • Donnellys Fish & Chips0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Maple Leaf0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester2.3 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street2.7 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • The Maple Leaf0.1 km
  • Calgary Drive0.1 km
  • Calgary Drive0.1 km
  • Toronto Close0.2 km
  • Edmonton Close0.2 km