Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

HUDSON CLOSE, WR2 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HUDSON CLOSE, WR2 4DP.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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9/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WR2 4DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £266k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 45.7% year-on-year.

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

WR2 4DP is a sought-after residential area on Hudson Close, 0.4km from Lower Wick in Worcester. Administratively it sits within Bedwardine ward and the Worcester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WR2, WR2 4DP offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £266k, up 45.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WR2 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00164677 (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 4DP. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

7 sales · Mean £ 223,714

Detached

£ 275,000

3 sales · Mean £ 306,666

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

WR2 4DP has low crime rates — 14 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 offences12
Shoplifting11
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft7
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Pitmaston Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils0.7 km
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Christopher Whitehead Language College

Good1484 pupils1.1 km
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Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary

Good183 pupils1.2 km
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Rushwick CofE Primary School

Inadequate1.2 km
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Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Outstanding6 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Maple Leaf0.4 km
  • Portobello Inn0.9 km
  • The Brunswick Arms0.9 km
  • The Berkeley Arms1.0 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Secret B & B0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • BP0.4 km
  • Bromwich Convenience Store0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Black Pear Catering At Worcs Golf & Country Club0.7 km
  • Ego Restaurants0.6 km
  • Bennetts Willow Barn0.6 km
  • Worcester Golf And Country Club0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • IK Indian Kitchen0.4 km
  • Donnellys Fish & Chips0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester2.0 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street2.4 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Hudson Close0.2 km
  • Weyburn Close0.2 km
  • Whites Road0.3 km
  • Whites Road0.3 km
  • Westmount Close0.3 km