Is WR8 0BJ a safe place to live?

Yes, WR8 0BJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in WR8 0BJ?

The average property price in WR8 0BJ is currently around £675k.

What is the population of WR8 0BJ?

The population for the WR8 0BJ area is approximately 470 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Malvern Hills, West Midlands

WR8 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WR8 0BJ.

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Population

470

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Avg Age

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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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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6/10

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7/10

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Area Character

WR8 0BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £675k, 66% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WR8 0BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Hanley Castle in Malvern Hills. Administratively it sits within Upton and Hanley ward and the West Worcestershire constituency.

For families considering a move, WR8 0BJ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k.

Census 2021 statistics for WR8 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00164331 (shared with 33 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 WR8 0BJ. The average age is 50.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%

Asian / British Asian1.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.8%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

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£ 675,000

1 sales · Mean £ 675,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

WR8 0BJ has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Hanley Castle High School

Good1080 pupils0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Great Malvern6.4 km
Malvern7.3 km
Malvern Link7.5 km

Bus Stops

Hanley Castle0.1 km
Hanley Castle0.1 km
Hanley Castle High School0.4 km