WR2 5EN is a safe, established residential area on Whitmore Road, 0.6km from St. John's in Worcester. Administratively it sits within Bedwardine ward and the Worcester constituency.
For families considering a move, WR2 5EN represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. An average age of 35 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WR2 5EN are sourced from Output Area E00164682 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHITMORE ROAD, WR2 5EN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITMORE ROAD, WR2 5EN.
605
35
£ 44,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WR2 5EN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WR2 5EN. The average age is 34.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 149,000
7 sales · Mean £ 183,285
Detached
£ 267,000
2 sales · Mean £ 267,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WR2 5EN has low crime rates — 22 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.
school Local Schools
Honeywell Primary School
Rushwick CofE Primary School
Pitmaston Primary School
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary
Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit
Christopher Whitehead Language College
St Clement's CofE Primary
Oldbury Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Whitehall Inn1.0 km
- The Berkeley Arms0.8 km
- Portobello Inn0.4 km
- The Brunswick Arms1.0 km
- The Crown0.8 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Nisa Local0.3 km
- News N Booze0.9 km
- Broadway Express0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Ruby Cantonese Restaurant0.8 km
- Black Pear Catering At Worcs Golf & Country Club0.5 km
- Worcester Bowl0.5 km
- Worcester Golf And Country Club0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Golden Fortune0.9 km
- St Johns Fish Bar0.9 km
- Ambleside Fish Bar0.9 km
- Hooked0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Laugherne Grange B &B0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Worcester2.1 km
- Worcester Foregate Street2.4 km
- Worcester Shrub Hill3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Boughton Avenue0.2 km
- Boughton Avenue0.2 km
- Laugherne Brook0.2 km
- Laugherne Brook0.2 km
- Boughton Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WR25EN · Data under Open Government Licence