Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

WR2 4YW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WR2 4YW.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

45

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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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5/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WR2 4YW combines high owner-occupation (96%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

WR2 4YW is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km 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 4YW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 96% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 4YW are sourced from Output Area E00164676 (shared with 11 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 4YW. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

WR2 4YW has low crime rates — 18 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 offences16
Shoplifting11
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft8
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Pitmaston Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils0.9 km
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Christopher Whitehead Language College

Good1484 pupils1.2 km
P

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary

Good183 pupils1.3 km
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Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Outstanding6 pupils1.5 km
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Cherry Orchard Primary School

Inadequate596 pupils1.5 km
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Rushwick CofE Primary School

Inadequate1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Secret B & B0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Bennetts Willow Barn0.3 km
  • Ego Restaurants0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • BP0.0 km
  • Bromwich Convenience Store0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • IK Indian Kitchen0.4 km
  • Donnellys Fish & Chips0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Maple Leaf0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester2.0 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street2.4 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Wick Island0.1 km
  • Weir Lane0.1 km
  • Weir Lane0.1 km
  • Lower Wick Island0.1 km
  • Edmonton Close0.2 km