Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

WOODLEAVES, B47 5BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLEAVES, B47 5BW.

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Population

263

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

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

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B47 5BW's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £309k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

B47 5BW is a sought-after residential area on Woodleaves, 0.6km from Hollywood in Hollywood. Administratively it sits within Hollywood ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B47, B47 5BW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k, up 1.3% 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 B47 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00163969 (shared with 7 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 B47 5BW. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 280,000

13 sales · Mean £ 281,823

Detached

£ 319,000

2 sales · Mean £ 319,000

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

B47 5BW has low crime rates — 9 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 offences7
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Hollywood Primary School

Good402 pupils0.7 km
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Coppice Primary School

Good690 pupils1.0 km
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St Jude's Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils1.0 km
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Woodrush High School

Good1012 pupils1.1 km
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The Oaks Primary School

Good371 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Argos Maypole0.8 km
  • Durnford Croft Store1.0 km
  • Hickling Methodist Church0.7 km
  • Lacey's Craft Butchers0.8 km
  • Hollywood News (Us 5 Ltd)1.0 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge Birmingham Maypole0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • Monsoon0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Packhorse0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Hollywood Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Subway Maypole0.9 km
  • Jade Garden0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsburys Maypole0.8 km
  • Tesco0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wythall2.3 km
  • Whitlocks End2.4 km
  • Shirley2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Dark Lane0.3 km
  • Dark Lane0.3 km
  • New Road0.3 km
  • New Road0.4 km
  • Highters Heath Lane0.4 km