Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

COLUMBIA DRIVE, WR2 4DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLUMBIA DRIVE, WR2 4DB.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

43%

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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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WR2 4DB — age 52, 84% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

WR2 4DB is a sought-after residential area on Columbia Drive, 0.1km from Lower Wick in Worcester. Administratively it sits within Bedwardine ward and the Worcester constituency.

For families considering a move, WR2 4DB represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £259k.

Census 2021 statistics for WR2 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00164679 (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 WR2 4DB. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 290,000

5 sales · Mean £ 279,000

Semi-Detached

£ 230,000

6 sales · Mean £ 227,350

Terraced

£ 215,250

10 sales · Mean £ 214,550

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

WR2 4DB has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting11
Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour5
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Pitmaston Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils1.2 km
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Rushwick CofE Primary School

Inadequate1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Secret B & B0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Donnellys Fish & Chips1.0 km
  • IK Indian Kitchen0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cromwells Nepalese And Indian Cuisine0.8 km
  • Bennetts Willow Barn0.4 km
  • Ego Restaurants0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • BP0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Maple Leaf0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester2.5 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street2.8 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Toronto Close0.0 km
  • The Maple Leaf0.1 km
  • Calgary Drive0.2 km
  • Westmount Close0.2 km
  • Beaver Close0.2 km