Postcode Analysis Redditch, West Midlands

BROAD GROUND ROAD, B98 8YP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROAD GROUND ROAD, B98 8YP.

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Population

251

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

B98 8YP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 89% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

B98 8YP is a safe, established residential area on Broad Ground Road, 0.9km from Lodge Park in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Lodge Park ward and the Redditch constituency.

For families considering a move, B98 8YP represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for B98 8YP are sourced from Output Area E00164559 (shared with 8 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 8YP. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

B98 8YP has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft4
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Woodfield Academy

Requires Improvement561 pupils0.3 km
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Oak Hill First School

Good433 pupils0.5 km
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St Bede's Catholic Middle School

Good660 pupils0.7 km
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St George's CofE First School and Nursery

Inadequate192 pupils1.0 km
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St Thomas More Catholic First School

Requires Improvement183 pupils1.3 km
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Arrow Vale High School

Outstanding833 pupils1.5 km
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Kingfisher School

Good134 pupils1.5 km
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Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre

Good944 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.4 km
  • Greenlands Post Office0.6 km
  • S & G General Stores0.8 km
  • Dal's Lifestyle Express0.9 km
  • Lakeside Store0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Studley Road Social Club0.3 km
  • Mayfly0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • Joe's Jungle0.6 km
  • Lakeside Kitchen And Catering0.8 km
  • Real Nosh0.6 km
  • Coffee Day0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Morrisons0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Greenlands Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Wok Inn0.4 km
  • Yorkie Square/Jaspers/Brunchin Out @ Catermotive0.6 km
  • Don Pulento's0.6 km
  • Andy's Fish Bar0.4 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redditch2.0 km
  • Alvechurch6.3 km
  • Wood End7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Watery Lane0.3 km
  • Barlich Way0.3 km
  • Watery Lane0.4 km
  • Barlich Way0.4 km
  • Barlich Way0.4 km