Postcode Analysis Redditch, West Midlands

WOOLASTON ROAD, B98 7SG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOLASTON ROAD, B98 7SG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

504

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: B98 7SG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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4/10
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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B98 7SG spans multiple life stages — average age 30, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (30) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B98 7SG is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Woolaston Road, 0.3km from Park Farm in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Greenlands ward and the Redditch constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B98 7SG are sourced from Output Area E00181299 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B98 7SG. The average age is 30.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.3%
Asian / British Asian5.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around B98 7SG is moderate at 58 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.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour19
Drugs12
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson10

school Local Schools

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St Thomas More Catholic First School

Requires Improvement183 pupils0.4 km
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The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good9 pupils0.6 km
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Woodrow First School

Good297 pupils0.6 km
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Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

Good339 pupils0.7 km
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Kingfisher School

Good134 pupils0.9 km
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Woodfield Academy

Requires Improvement561 pupils1.2 km
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Matchborough First School Academy

Requires Improvement386 pupils1.2 km
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Arrow Vale High School

Outstanding833 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Costcutter0.4 km
  • Gemporia Ltd0.1 km
  • Greenlands Post Office0.7 km
  • S & G General Stores0.9 km
  • Building Bridges Redditch CIC0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose0.6 km
  • The Woodrow0.4 km
  • Mayfly0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Steamhouse Bakery & The Steamhouse Doughnut Truck0.2 km
  • Without Walls Community Church0.9 km
  • Oasis @ Woodrow0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Greenlands Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Hotbite0.3 km
  • Woodrow Chippy0.4 km
  • Subway Washford At BP Garage0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redditch3.0 km
  • Danzey7.4 km
  • Alvechurch7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Howard Road0.0 km
  • Howard Road0.1 km
  • Woodrow Centre0.3 km
  • Woodrow Centre0.3 km
  • Howard Road0.3 km