Postcode Analysis Worcester, West Midlands

HAPPY LAND WEST, WR2 5DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAPPY LAND WEST, WR2 5DQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

338

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 36,800 /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: WR2 5DQ 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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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WR2 5DQ spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 26.9% year-on-year.

home £216,888 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WR2 5DQ is a safe, established residential area on Happy Land West, 0.4km from St. John's in Worcester. Administratively it sits within St John ward and the Worcester constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WR2 5DQ offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £216k, up 26.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WR2 5DQ are sourced from Output Area E00164849 (shared with 9 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 5DQ. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.6%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 215,500

11 sales · Mean £ 207,818

Semi-Detached

£ 192,500

2 sales · Mean £ 192,500

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

WR2 5DQ has low crime rates — 30 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 offences69
Anti-social behaviour24
Criminal damage and arson23
Other theft16
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary

Good183 pupils0.5 km
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Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Outstanding6 pupils0.5 km
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Pitmaston Primary School

Outstanding618 pupils0.7 km
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Christopher Whitehead Language College

Good1484 pupils0.7 km
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St Clement's CofE Primary

Outstanding200 pupils0.7 km
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Oldbury Park Primary School

Good316 pupils0.8 km
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Honeywell Primary School

Requires Improvement160 pupils0.9 km
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Rushwick CofE Primary School

Inadequate1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Nisa Local0.4 km
  • Amethyst Wedding And Events0.9 km
  • News N Booze0.4 km
  • Nisa Local1.0 km
  • St Johns Local Store0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • St Johns Working Mens Club0.4 km
  • The Berkeley Arms0.3 km
  • The Grosvenor Arms0.6 km
  • Bull Baiters Inn0.6 km
  • Cripplegate Park Bowling Club0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Ruby Cantonese Restaurant0.3 km
  • Big Bills0.6 km
  • Black Pear Catering At Worcs Golf & Country Club0.7 km
  • Dolce Desserts0.5 km
  • Friends Of St Johns Library0.5 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Co-Op0.9 km
  • Co-Op1.0 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Golden Fortune0.9 km
  • Hing Tai Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Anaz Balti0.6 km
  • Incredible India0.6 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester1.5 km
  • Worcester Foregate Street1.7 km
  • Worcester Shrub Hill2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bedwardine Inn0.1 km
  • Bedwardine Inn0.1 km
  • Everoak Trading Estate0.2 km
  • Blakefield Road0.2 km
  • Everoak Trading Estate0.2 km