Wessons Road is in Bidford On Avon, Alcester and in Stratford-On-Avon district. B50 4DR is located in the Bidford 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 Wessons Road, Bidford On Avon, Alcester, B50 4DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B50 4DT, B50 4DS, B50 4ED, B50 4DX, B50 4DU, B50 4DW, B50 4PP, B50 4DN, B50 4DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B50 4DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of B50 4DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.8% | 28.4% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 51.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 13.8% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 53.1% | 45.1% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 39.8% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.9% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 15.1% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 12.4% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 13.8% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 16.9% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 30.2% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.7% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.4% | 95.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wessons Road was 29.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.8% lower than the Bidford East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wessons Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Bidford East and the 122nd lowest crime rate of 420 local areas in Stratford-on-Avon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Wessons Road, Alcester, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-08-09 | £286,384 |
| 29A Wessons Road, Alcester, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-05-05 | £345,693 |
| 11 Wessons Road, Alcester, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2022-11-25 | £321,977 |
| 41 Wessons Road, Alcester, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £276,500 | 2022-07-22 | £301,585 |
| 31 Wessons Road, Alcester, Warwickshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2020-03-12 | £287,099 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bidford-on-Avon CofE Primary School Bramley Way , Bidford-on-Avon B50 4QG | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Grafton CofE Primary School Temple Grafton , Church Bank B49 6NU | 4out of 4 | 3,357 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford Priors CofE Academy School Road , Salford Priors WR11 8XD | 1out of 4 | 3,591 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleeve Prior CofE (Controlled) Primary School Main Street , Cleeve Prior WR11 8LG | 3out of 4 | 3,930 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunnington CofE Primary School Dunnington , B49 5NT | 3out of 4 | 4,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George's Cafe | Georges Cafe, Unit 5 | 517 yd | |
| Harry Bones The Eaterie | 67A High Street, Bidford-on-Avon | 949 yd | |
| The Bridge | High Street, Bidford-on-Avon | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulls Head Inn | Bulls Head Inn, 36 High Street | 688 yd | |
| Bidford Sports Association | Pavillion, Honeybourne Road | 856 yd | |
| The Frog | The Frog And Bullrush, 65 High Street | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafood Fish Bar | 84 High Street, Bidford-on-Avon | 900 yd | |
| Avonside Takeaway Ltd | 82 High Street, Bidford-on-Avon | 900 yd | |
| Balti Hot | 78 - 80 High Street, Bidford-on-Avon | 900 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bidford On Avon Primary School BRAMLEY WAY | grass pitches | 930 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 | 68.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 68.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 68.8% |
| 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 | 51.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.92 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.92 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.