B98 0AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Wolverton Close, 1.1km from Winyates in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B98, B98 0AR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 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 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £402k, down 12.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00164581 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOLVERTON CLOSE, B98 0AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOLVERTON CLOSE, B98 0AR.
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
B98 0AR is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 97% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £402k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 12.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0AR. 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
£ 400,000
13 sales · Mean £ 407,284
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0AR has low crime rates — 46 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.
school Local Schools
Arrow Vale High School
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Matchborough First School Academy
Arrow Valley First School
Kingfisher School
Tenacres First School
Moons Moat First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- KM Pienta0.9 km
- McColl's0.4 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Winyates Post Office0.6 km
- Magicakes0.6 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Orangery0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose0.7 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Starbucks0.6 km
- Without Walls Community Church0.8 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project0.8 km
- Eurest At Halfords0.4 km
- Courtyard Eatery0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Golden Carp Chippy0.4 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.4 km
- Sampan0.6 km
- Winyates Chippy0.6 km
- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Morrisons0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch3.2 km
- Danzey6.2 km
- Wood End6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Warwick Highway0.3 km
- Warwick Highway0.3 km
- Ipsley Lane0.3 km
- Lowlands Lane0.4 km
- Ipsley Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: B980AR · Data under Open Government Licence