B98 0AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Icknield Street, 1.2km from Winyates in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B98, B98 0AN offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 97% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00164581 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ICKNIELD STREET, B98 0AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ICKNIELD STREET, B98 0AN.
275
57
£ 45,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 97% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, B98 0AN is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £440k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0AN. The average age is 56.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 440,000
1 sales · Mean £ 440,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0AN has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Arrow Vale High School
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Kingfisher School
Arrow Valley First School
Matchborough First School Academy
Tenacres First School
Woodfield Academy
Moons Moat First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- KM Pienta1.0 km
- McColl's0.5 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Winyates Post Office0.7 km
- Hills Retail1.0 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Orangery0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose0.7 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Starbucks0.5 km
- Without Walls Community Church0.9 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project1.0 km
- Eurest At Halfords0.2 km
- Courtyard Eatery0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Golden Carp Chippy0.5 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.5 km
- Sampan0.7 km
- Winyates Chippy0.7 km
- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Morrisons0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch3.0 km
- Danzey6.3 km
- Wood End6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Ipsley Lane0.3 km
- Ipsley Lane0.3 km
- Lowlands Lane0.3 km
- Lowlands Lane0.4 km
- Morrisons0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B980AN · Data under Open Government Licence