Postcode Analysis Stratford-on-Avon, West Midlands

CHANTRY CRESCENT, B49 5BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHANTRY CRESCENT, B49 5BT.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B49 5BT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. B49 5BT's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £290k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £290k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

B49 5BT is a sought-after residential area on Chantry Crescent, 0.4km from Grunthill in Alcester. Administratively it sits within Alcester & Rural ward and the Stratford-on-Avon constituency.

For serious buyers, B49 5BT is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k. 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 B49 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00158963 (shared with 10 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 B49 5BT. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 283,000

7 sales · Mean £ 278,714

Detached

£ 325,000

1 sales · Mean £ 325,000

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

B49 5BT has low crime rates — 25 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 offences22
Anti-social behaviour16
Shoplifting14
Other theft5
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Alcester Grammar School

Outstanding1363 pupils0.7 km
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St Benedict's Catholic High School

Requires Improvement592 pupils1.0 km
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Our Lady's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement86 pupils1.0 km
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St Nicholas CofE Primary

Outstanding413 pupils1.0 km
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Alcester Academy

Good638 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • A.P. Meats Ltd1.0 km
  • Alcester Community Fridge0.6 km
  • Oversley Mill Services0.9 km
  • Pantryanns0.4 km
  • Simply Fresh Convenience Store0.4 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Royal Oak0.4 km
  • Alcester Unionist Club Ltd0.4 km
  • Dog And Partridge0.2 km
  • The Bear Hotel0.4 km
  • Turks Head0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Alcester Square Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Roosters0.3 km
  • Alcester Fish Bar1.0 km
  • China Town0.4 km
  • Tiffin Alcester0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cardamom0.3 km
  • Lounge@260.4 km
  • McDonald's0.9 km
  • The Spice Room0.4 km
  • The Sweet Spot0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wilmcote8.2 km
  • Wootton Wawen8.6 km
  • Bearley9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Roman Way0.1 km
  • Roman Way0.1 km
  • Police Station0.3 km
  • Police Station0.3 km
  • Gas House Lane0.3 km