Postcode Analysis Malvern Hills, West Midlands

OLD RECTORY CLOSE, WR2 4QU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD RECTORY CLOSE, WR2 4QU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

403

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WR2 4QU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 75% 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.

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

WR2 4QU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Old Rectory Close, 0.3km from Powick in Powick. Administratively it sits within Powick ward and the West Worcestershire constituency.

For families considering a move, WR2 4QU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £282k.

Census 2021 statistics for WR2 4QU are sourced from Output Area E00164284 (shared with 14 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 4QU. The average age is 54.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 278,000

7 sales · Mean £ 266,857

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WR2 4QU has low crime rates — 13 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.

Violence and sexual offences10
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Powick CofE Primary School

Outstanding190 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn Worcester City Centre0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Cromwells Nepalese And Indian Cuisine0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Powick Service Station0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester3.8 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street4.2 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Telephone Box0.1 km
  • Church0.1 km
  • Winsmore0.1 km
  • Winsmore0.1 km
  • Kings End Lane0.2 km