B98 0BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Norton Close, 0.4km from Winyates Green in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Matchborough ward and the Redditch constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B98, B98 0BL offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 91% 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: Prices average £510k.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00164582 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTON CLOSE, B98 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTON CLOSE, B98 0BL.
252
48
£ 46,200 /yr
49%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. B98 0BL's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £510k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £510k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0BL. The average age is 48.4. 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
£ 510,000
3 sales · Mean £ 421,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0BL has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School
Tenacres First School
Matchborough First School Academy
Arrow Vale High School
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Kingfisher School
Arrow Valley First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Magicakes0.9 km
- The Little Baking Co0.3 km
- Costers Convenience0.5 km
- Simply Local0.4 km
- Londis1.0 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Dog Inn0.6 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Courtyard Eatery1.0 km
- Cups And Saucers Cafe And Shop0.9 km
- Gardener's Retreat0.6 km
- Your Ideas Youth And Community Project0.4 km
- New Summer Palace Restaurant0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.9 km
- Golden Carp Chippy0.9 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.9 km
- Sampan0.9 km
- Winyates Chippy0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch4.3 km
- Danzey5.3 km
- Wood End5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Munsley Close0.1 km
- Allensmore Close0.1 km
- Ardens Close0.3 km
- Ardens Close0.3 km
- Ledbury Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B980BL · Data under Open Government Licence