Postcode Analysis Redditch, West Midlands

B98 7UB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B98 7UB.

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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 7UB 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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7/10
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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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3/10
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Area Character

B98 7UB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 30, 67% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 7UB is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.0km from Green Lane in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Greenlands ward and the Redditch constituency.

For families considering a move, B98 7UB represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for B98 7UB 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 7UB. 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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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

Crime around B98 7UB is moderate at 60 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 offences44
Other theft19
Anti-social behaviour13
Shoplifting13
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Tudor Grange Academy Redditch

Good339 pupils0.4 km
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Woodrow First School

Good297 pupils0.7 km
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The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good9 pupils0.7 km
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St Thomas More Catholic First School

Requires Improvement183 pupils0.9 km
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Studley Infants' School

Good153 pupils1.3 km
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Studley High School

Outstanding829 pupils1.4 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Building Bridges Redditch CIC0.9 km
  • WH Smith At The Alexandra Hospital0.1 km
  • Sweet Things Direct0.4 km
  • Costcutter0.9 km
  • Kap Store0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Heroes Corner At The Alexandra Hospital0.1 km
  • Oasis @ Woodrow0.9 km
  • League Of Friends Coffee Shop At Alexandra Hospital0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Subway Washford At BP Garage0.6 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Hotbite0.9 km
  • Woodrow Chippy0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Woodrow0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redditch3.7 km
  • Danzey8.0 km
  • Alvechurch8.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Alexandra Hospital0.1 km
  • Redditch- Woodrow DriveSTOP CODE NOT USED0.3 km
  • Tudor Grange Academy0.3 km
  • Tudor Grange Academy0.4 km
  • South of Studley Road Island0.5 km