Arrow Crescent is in Alcester and in Stratford-On-Avon district. B49 6BE is located in the Alcester East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stratford-on-Avon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arrow Crescent, Alcester, B49 6BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B49 6BB, B49 6BA, B49 6BQ, B49 6BG, B49 6BJ, B49 6RN, B49 6AE, B49 6BD, B49 6RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B49 6BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.6% | 38.7% | 0.1% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 45.4% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.2% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.1% | 42% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 39.1% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.1% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 2.5% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around B49 6BE this area, 29.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36% | 29.9% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 12.9% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 11.6% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 12% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 23.7% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 93.7% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.2% | 92% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 91.5% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arrow Crescent was 100.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% higher than the Alcester East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arrow Crescent has the 8th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Alcester East and the 70th highest crime rate of 420 local areas in Stratford-on-Avon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Arrow Crescent, Alcester, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2023-10-31 | £252,359 |
| 7 Arrow Crescent, Alcester, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,500 | 2022-11-21 | £234,086 |
| 46 Arrow Crescent, Alcester, Warwickshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2022-04-29 | £153,587 |
| 20 Arrow Crescent, Alcester, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2021-04-16 | £282,233 |
| 8 Arrow Crescent, Alcester, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-08-09 | £200,634 |
B49 6BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas CofE Primary St Faith's Road , B49 6AG | 4out of 4 | 304 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School St Faith's Road , B49 6AG | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coughton CofE Primary School Coughton Lane , Coughton B49 5HN | 3out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Alne Primary School School Road , Great Alne B49 6HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,572 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Primary Academy, Haselor Haselor , B49 6LU | 3out of 4 | 3,411 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcester Grammar School Birmingham Road , B49 5ED | 4out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic High School Kinwarton Road , B49 6PX | 4out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alcester Academy Gerard Road , B49 6QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alcester Inn | 2 St Faiths Road, Alcester | 378 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Alcester Business Centre, 4 Kinwarton Farm Road | 602 yd | |
| The Sweet Spot | Coral Estates Ltd, 7 Hopkins Precinct | 606 yd | |
| Arden Cafe | Unit 1-2, Tything Road East | 783 yd | |
| The Spice Room | The Spice Room Ltd, 20C High Street | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roebuck | Roebuck Inn, Birmingham Road | 676 yd | |
| Turks Head | 4 High Street, Alcester | 1,006 yd | |
| The Bear Hotel | High Street, Alcester | 1,076 yd | |
| Alcester Unionist Club Ltd | Alcester Unionist Club, 46 - 48 High Street | 1,076 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 44 High Street, Alcester | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcester Fish Bar | New Wing On, 8 Hopkins Precinct | 595 yd | |
| Alcester Square Fish Bar | Alcester Square Fish Shop, Unit 2 | 792 yd | |
| China Town | 17 High Street, Alcester | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 1 - 3 Hopkins Precinct | 596 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose Ltd, Moorfield Road | 792 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arden Fitness Innovative Gym And Fitness Training ARDEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 259 yd |
| The Jubilee Fields VALLET AVENUE | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| The Greig KINWARTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 559 yd |
| Alcester Grammar School Pitches Birmingham Road | grass pitches | 569 yd |
| Alcester Grammar School Birmingham Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 698 yd |
| St Benedicts Catholic High School KINWARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Alcester Tennis Club Moorfield Road | tennis courts | 861 yd |
| Alcester Academy GERARD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 978 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 30.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.