Is WR8 0BU a safe place to live?

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

What is the population of WR8 0BU?

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

Postcode Analysis Malvern Hills, West Midlands

WR8 0BU House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-09 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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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 0BU is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

WR8 0BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km 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 0BU 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.

Census 2021 statistics for WR8 0BU 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 0BU. 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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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

WR8 0BU 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 pupils0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Great Malvern6.1 km
Malvern7.0 km
Malvern Link7.2 km

Bus Stops

Hanley Castle0.4 km
Hanley Castle0.4 km