Kestrel View is in Lickey End, Bromsgrove and in Bromsgrove district. B60 1DB is located in the Marlbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kestrel View, Lickey End, Bromsgrove, B60 1DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B61 0HJ, B60 1DF, B60 1HD, B61 0HE, B60 1DG, B60 1DD, B60 1DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B60 1DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.6% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.4% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 B60 1DB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 22.3% | 25.4% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 60.2% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 7% | -5.8% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 49.8% | 54% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 30.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 11.1% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 20.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 18.5% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 35.5% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 3.9% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98% | 94.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.6% | 96.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel View was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.2% higher than the Catshill South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kestrel View has the 6th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Catshill South and the 119th highest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Kestrel View, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-04-26 | £411,958 |
| 3 Kestrel View, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2009-10-27 | £442,681 |
| 2 Kestrel View, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2004-10-21 | £358,972 |
| 3 Kestrel View, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2002-05-31 | £440,110 |
| 2 Kestrel View, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2001-09-06 | £350,087 |
B60 1DB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
B60 1DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catshill First School Gibb Lane , Catshill B61 0JP | 3out of 4 | 921 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lickey End First School School Lane , Lickey End B60 1JG | 4out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows First School Stourbridge Road , B61 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwell First School St Catherine's Road , Blackwell B60 1BN | 4out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lickey Hills Primary School and Nursery Old Birmingham Road , Lickey B45 8EU | 3out of 4 | 2,716 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Bromsgrove High School School Drive , Stratford Road B60 1BA | 2out of 4 | 2,808 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waseley Hills High School School Road , Rubery B45 9EL | 2out of 4 | 4,010 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bromsgrove High Charford Road , B60 3NL | 4out of 4 | 4,359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catshill Middle School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JW | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Middle School Stourbridge Road , B61 0AH | 3out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Middle School Academy Watt Close , B61 7DH | 4out of 4 | 3,655 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Fields Middle School Drummond Road , B60 2ET | 4out of 4 | 3,937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chadsgrove School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | 4out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | - not rated | 1,216 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromsgrove School Worcester Road , B61 7DU | - not rated | 3,791 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rigby Hall Day Special School Rigby Lane , Aston Fields B60 2EP | 3out of 4 | 4,069 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catshill Methodist Church | Golden Cross Lane, Catshill | 766 yd | |
| Catshill Baptist Church | Milton Road, Catshill | 909 yd | |
| Ego At The Forest | 290 Birmingham Road, Lickey End | 1,031 yd | |
| Dine India | 129-133 Golden Cross Lane, Catshill | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | 41 Barley Mow Lane, Catshill | 556 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Marlbrook | 462 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 635 yd | |
| Lickey End & District Working Mens Club | Alcester Road, Lickey End | 750 yd | |
| Lickey End Social Club | Alcester Road, Lickey End | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mexi Co | 10 Old Birmingham Road, Lickey End | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 199 Old Birmingham Road, Marlbrook | 902 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food | 30 Gibb Lane, Catshill | 933 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Braces Lane Recreation Ground BRACES LANE | grass pitches | 927 yd |
| Spindles Health Club (Bromsgrove) BIRMINGHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,040 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.