Postcode Analysis Stratford-on-Avon, West Midlands

OLD SCHOOL MEAD, B50 4AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD SCHOOL MEAD, B50 4AW.

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Population

561

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 49,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B50 4AW's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership, and £303k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £303k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 48.4% year-on-year.

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

B50 4AW is a sought-after residential area on Old School Mead, 0.6km from Bidford-on-Avon in Bidford-on-Avon. Administratively it sits within Bidford West & Salford ward and the Stratford-on-Avon constituency.

For serious buyers, B50 4AW is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £303k, down 48.4% 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 B50 4AW are sourced from Output Area E00158998 (shared with 9 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 B50 4AW. The average age is 37.9. 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 Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 243,000

11 sales · Mean £ 231,272

Flat

£ 102,000

4 sales · Mean £ 105,875

Detached

£ 415,000

6 sales · Mean £ 442,500

Semi-Detached

£ 278,000

6 sales · Mean £ 289,750

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

B50 4AW has low crime rates — 20 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 offences27
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson13
Burglary8
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Bidford-on-Avon CofE Primary School

Good315 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Colin Harris Chemists Ltd0.5 km
  • Bidford News0.5 km
  • MFG Bidford On Avon0.1 km
  • One Stop0.4 km
  • The Midcounties Co-Operative0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fosbroke House0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bulls Head Inn0.6 km
  • Bidford Sports Association0.4 km
  • Bidford Bowling Club0.1 km
  • The Frog0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Avonside Takeaway Ltd0.4 km
  • Seafood Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Balti Hut0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Harry Bones The Eaterie0.4 km
  • The Bridge0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Honeybourne7.3 km
  • Evesham9.3 km
  • Wilmcote9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Coop0.2 km
  • Coop0.2 km
  • Harbour Close0.4 km
  • Harbour Close0.4 km
  • The Bank0.5 km