B98 7RH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highland Way, 0.4km from Ipsley in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Greenlands ward and the Redditch constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B98 7RH is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 30% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 18.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B98 7RH are sourced from Output Area E00164518 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHLAND WAY, B98 7RH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHLAND WAY, B98 7RH.
374
36
£ 39,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B98 7RH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
B98 7RH is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 18.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 7RH. The average age is 36.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 155,000
18 sales · Mean £ 156,663
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B98 7RH has low crime rates — 37 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
The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit
Woodrow First School
St Thomas More Catholic First School
Woodfield Academy
Oak Hill First School
Tudor Grange Academy Redditch
Crabbs Cross Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Oasis @ Woodrow0.7 km
- McDonalds0.5 km
- Slim Chickens At Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco Family Dining0.8 km
- The Steamhouse Bakery & The Steamhouse Doughnut Truck0.8 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Building Bridges Redditch CIC0.7 km
- Dal's Lifestyle Express0.9 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- Gemporia Ltd0.9 km
- Greenlands Post Office0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Mayfly0.8 km
- South Redditch Sports & Social Club0.2 km
- The Duck Inn0.7 km
- The Woodrow0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tescos - Petrol Station0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- KFC0.5 km
- Greenlands Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Hotbite0.7 km
- Rasoi Cottage1.0 km
- Woodrow Chippy0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redditch2.5 km
- Alvechurch7.2 km
- Danzey8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Bushley Close0.2 km
- Bushley Close0.2 km
- Milcote Close0.2 km
- Wharrington Close0.2 km
- Milcote Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B987RH · Data under Open Government Licence