Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

CAROL AVENUE, B61 8RN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAROL AVENUE, B61 8RN.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /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: 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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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates B61 8RN — age 48, 94% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £325k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 13.2% year-on-year.

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

B61 8RN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Carol Avenue, 0.5km from Perryfields in Bromsgrove. Administratively it sits within Perryfields ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For serious buyers, B61 8RN is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k, down 13.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B61 8RN are sourced from Output Area E00164099 (shared with 3 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 B61 8RN. The average age is 48.2. 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 Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 298,500

4 sales · Mean £ 281,125

Detached

£ 318,250

4 sales · Mean £ 314,250

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

5 sales · Mean £ 256,000

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

B61 8RN has low crime rates — 33 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 offences52
Shoplifting16
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order8
Burglary7

school Local Schools

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The Orchards School

Inadequate262 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Church of England Middle School Academy

Outstanding659 pupils0.8 km
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Parkside Middle School

Good609 pupils1.1 km
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Meadows First School

Outstanding332 pupils1.1 km
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Millfields First School

Good288 pupils1.2 km
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St Peter's Catholic First School

Good273 pupils1.3 km
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North Bromsgrove High School

Good948 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • The Retreat Breakfast And Coffee House1.0 km
  • Maekong Thai0.9 km
  • Rotana Cafe & Desert0.9 km
  • The Sandwich Lady & Sons0.9 km
  • Altered Images0.9 km
  • + 16 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • ATE0.9 km
  • Istanbul Grill And Chicago Pizza1.0 km
  • RubyTake Away0.9 km
  • Steamhouse Bakery Bromsgrove0.9 km
  • Sunny's Fryer0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Decanter Spirit Ltd0.9 km
  • Broad Street News & Booze0.6 km
  • Bromsgrove Fruit And Veg1.0 km
  • Deansway Store0.8 km
  • Maxideals1.0 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Grove Inn0.9 km
  • The Golden Cross Hotel1.0 km
  • 57 Monkeys1.0 km
  • Bromsgrove Unionist Club0.5 km
  • The Dog & Pheasant0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Bromsgrove0.5 km
  • Houseman Hall0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bromsgrove2.5 km
  • Barnt Green6.0 km
  • Alvechurch7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Grayshott Close0.2 km
  • Willow Road0.4 km
  • Willow Road0.4 km
  • Willow Road0.4 km
  • Pleck Stores0.4 km