Postcode Analysis Redditch, West Midlands

FERNWOOD CLOSE, B98 7TN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERNWOOD CLOSE, B98 7TN.

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

290

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B98 7TN 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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9/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

B98 7TN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 98% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £351k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

B98 7TN is a safe, established residential area on Fernwood Close, 0.6km 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 7TN offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 98% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £351k, down 0.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B98 7TN are sourced from Output Area E00164508 (shared with 5 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 7TN. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 320,000

15 sales · Mean £ 322,366

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

B98 7TN has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime4
Other theft4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

Good339 pupils0.9 km
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The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good9 pupils0.9 km
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Woodrow First School

Good297 pupils0.9 km
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St Thomas More Catholic First School

Requires Improvement183 pupils1.2 km
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Studley High School

Outstanding829 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • WH Smith At The Alexandra Hospital0.5 km
  • Rough Hill Farm Shop0.8 km
  • Sweet Things Direct0.2 km
  • Kap Store0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Heroes Corner At The Alexandra Hospital0.5 km
  • League Of Friends Coffee Shop At Alexandra Hospital0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redditch3.7 km
  • Alvechurch8.4 km
  • Danzey8.6 km