Postcode Analysis Redditch, West Midlands

WOODGATE CLOSE, B98 9NS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODGATE CLOSE, B98 9NS.

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Population

584

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: B98 9NS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 53% social renting, B98 9NS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

B98 9NS is a safe, established residential area on Woodgate Close, 1.0km from Beoley in Redditch. Administratively it sits within Church Hill ward and the Redditch constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, B98 9NS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £112k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for B98 9NS are sourced from Output Area E00164454 (shared with 6 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 9NS. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 112,500

5 sales · Mean £ 109,100

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

B98 9NS has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences117
Anti-social behaviour49
Criminal damage and arson27
Public order14
Other theft14

school Local Schools

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Church Hill Middle School

Good377 pupils0.5 km
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Abbeywood First School

Good268 pupils0.5 km
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Moons Moat First School

Good235 pupils0.7 km
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The Forge Secondary Short Stay School

Good24 pupils1.4 km
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Beoley First School

Good96 pupils1.5 km
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St Stephen's CofE First School

Inadequate161 pupils1.5 km
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Arrow Valley First School

Inadequate162 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.4 km
  • Church Hill North News & Convenience0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Church Hill Chippy0.6 km
  • Golden Wok0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Oast House0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Willow Trees Community Centre0.6 km
  • Way Cafe0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Redditch2.6 km
  • Alvechurch5.1 km
  • Wood End5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Heronfield Close0.2 km
  • Church Hill Way0.2 km
  • Church Hill Way0.2 km
  • Church Hill Church0.2 km
  • North Leach Close0.3 km