B98 0SW is a safe, established residential area on Clearwell Road, 1.2km from Winyates in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Winyates ward and the Redditch constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 0SW are sourced from Output Area E00164624 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLEARWELL ROAD, B98 0SW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLEARWELL ROAD, B98 0SW.
303
40
£ 45,100 /yr
54%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates B98 0SW — age 40, 92% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 0SW. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 0SW has low crime rates — 32 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
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Arrow Valley First School
Arrow Vale High School
Tenacres First School
Kingfisher School
Matchborough First School Academy
Moons Moat First School
Woodfield Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- McColl's0.8 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Winyates Post Office0.6 km
- Hills Retail0.7 km
- Magicakes0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Orangery0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose0.9 km
- The Old Sticky Wicket0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Starbucks0.2 km
- Joe's Jungle0.9 km
- Real Nosh0.9 km
- Courtyard Eatery0.7 km
- Cups And Saucers Cafe And Shop0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Golden Carp Chippy0.8 km
- Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza0.8 km
- Sampan0.7 km
- Winyates Chippy0.7 km
- Piccolo Pizza & Grill0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
- Morrisons0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch2.9 km
- Wood End6.3 km
- Danzey6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Morrisons0.2 km
- Lowlands Lane0.2 km
- Lowlands Lane0.2 km
- Colts Lane0.3 km
- Colts Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B980SW · Data under Open Government Licence