Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

OTLEY CLOSE, WR4 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OTLEY CLOSE, WR4 0BJ.

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Population

446

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 55,700 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WR4 0BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WR4 0BJ combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£340k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 4.6% year-on-year.

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

WR4 0BJ is a sought-after residential area on Otley Close, 0.7km from Woodgreen in Worcester. Administratively it sits within Warndon Parish South ward and the Worcester constituency.

For serious buyers, WR4 0BJ is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k, up 4.6% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WR4 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00164943 (shared with 11 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 WR4 0BJ. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.3%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 297,500

6 sales · Mean £ 289,166

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

WR4 0BJ has low crime rates — 27 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 offences49
Shoplifting31
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson12
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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The Lyppard Grange Primary School

Good422 pupils0.7 km
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Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School

Good389 pupils0.8 km
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Carnforth School

Good199 pupils0.9 km
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Hollymount School

Good402 pupils0.9 km
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Regency High School

Good242 pupils1.0 km
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Oasis Academy Warndon

Outstanding597 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good372 pupils1.3 km
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Cranham Primary School

Good427 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Ambleside News0.4 km
  • Tolladine Service Station0.4 km
  • One Stop0.9 km
  • Dee Way Stores0.7 km
  • Elbury News0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Costa At Tesco0.6 km
  • Altafs Balti1.0 km
  • Majestic Bingo Club0.8 km
  • The Lakeside Cafe0.5 km
  • WRVS Coffee Shop0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Altafs Grill House1.0 km
  • Wing Lee Takeaway0.8 km
  • Lyppard Fryer0.7 km
  • SB Kitchen At Community Centre0.7 km
  • Oceans's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.9 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • La Nasu (Altafs Bar))1.0 km
  • The Punchbowl1.0 km
  • Glovers Needle0.9 km
  • Lyppard Grange Tavern1.0 km
  • Majestic Bingo Club0.8 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester Shrub Hill1.7 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street2.3 km
  • Worcester2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ambleside Drive0.1 km
  • Virgin Tavern0.2 km
  • Virgin Tavern0.2 km
  • STOP CODE NOT IN USE0.2 km
  • Virgin Tavern- Tolladine RoadSTOP CODE NOT USED0.2 km