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.
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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42
£ 45,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Woodfield Academy
Oak Hill First School
St Bede's Catholic Middle School
St George's CofE First School and Nursery
St Thomas More Catholic First School
Arrow Vale High School
Kingfisher School
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Studley Road Social Club0.3 km
- Mayfly0.6 km
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
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
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
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Postcode Profile: B988YP · Data under Open Government Licence