Postcode Analysis Redditch, West Midlands

BATSFORD CLOSE, B98 7TF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATSFORD CLOSE, B98 7TF.

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

215

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B98 7TF 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.

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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates B98 7TF — age 46, 98% ownership, 1% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (46) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 2.1% year-on-year.

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

B98 7TF is a mixed residential area on Batsford Close, 0.4km from Green Lane in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Greenlands ward and the Redditch constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B98, B98 7TF offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 98% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £420k, up 2.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B98 7TF are sourced from Output Area E00181373 (shared with 2 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 7TF. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 360,000

15 sales · Mean £ 356,666

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

Crime around B98 7TF is moderate at 57 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.

Violence and sexual offences32
Other theft11
Anti-social behaviour8
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

Good339 pupils0.8 km
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Woodrow First School

Good297 pupils1.0 km
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The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good9 pupils1.0 km
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St Thomas More Catholic First School

Requires Improvement183 pupils1.2 km
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Studley High School

Outstanding829 pupils1.3 km
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Studley Infants' School

Good153 pupils1.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • WH Smith At The Alexandra Hospital0.4 km
  • Sweet Things Direct0.1 km
  • Kap Store0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Heroes Corner At The Alexandra Hospital0.4 km
  • League Of Friends Coffee Shop At Alexandra Hospital0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Railway Inn1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redditch3.9 km
  • Danzey8.4 km
  • Alvechurch8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Alexandra Hospital0.5 km