Kendal Close is in Bromsgrove and in Bromsgrove district. B60 2HW is located in the Slideslow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kendal Close, Bromsgrove, B60 2HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B60 2HS, B60 2HT, B60 2HN, B60 2DW, B60 2LN, B60 2HU, B60 2LU, B60 2HF, B60 2HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B60 2HW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 47.5% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 52.5% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 2HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 26.9% | 29.7% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 57.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.9% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.3% | 61.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 13.3% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 28.4% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 6.1% | 8% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 11.4% | 10.1% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.3% | 41.6% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 7.8% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.4% | 97.3% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.8% | 94.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 96.1% | 94.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kendal Close was 28.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.3% lower than the Aston Fields average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kendal Close has the 18th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Aston Fields and the 99th lowest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Kendal Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-01 | £256,958 |
| 11 Kendal Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-09-24 | £304,416 |
| 16 Kendal Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2022-02-25 | £335,042 |
| 1 Kendal Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £401,750 | 2019-09-18 | £481,908 |
| 1 Kendal Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2017-09-15 | £419,924 |
B60 2HW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 2HW 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Education | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finstall First School Carnforth Road , B60 2HS | 4out of 4 | 227 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows First School Stourbridge Road , B61 0AH | 4out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charford First School Charford Road , Charford B60 3NH | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic First School Rock Hill , B61 7LH | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields First School Swift Close , B61 7BS | 3out of 4 | 1,736 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 | 696 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bromsgrove High Charford Road , B60 3NL | 4out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Fields Middle School Drummond Road , B60 2ET | 4out of 4 | 671 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Middle School Academy Watt Close , B61 7DH | 4out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Middle School Stourbridge Road , B61 0AH | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catshill Middle School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JW | 3out of 4 | 3,689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigby Hall Day Special School Rigby Lane , Aston Fields B60 2EP | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromsgrove School Worcester Road , B61 7DU | - not rated | 985 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lokrum Fields Copyholt Lane , Stoke Pound B60 3AY | - not rated | 2,910 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | 4out of 4 | 3,675 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | - not rated | 3,703 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lemon Tree | 1 Chapel Street, Bromsgrove | 879 yd | |
| Coffee 2 | 74 High Street, Bromsgrove | 889 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 84 - 86 High Street, Bromsgrove | 889 yd | |
| Sixty Degrees | 62 High Street, Bromsgrove | 889 yd | |
| Verraco Lounge | 58 - 60 High Street, Bromsgrove | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slug And Lettuce/K-Town/Chik Box/Locked And Loaded | 126 - 130 High Street, Bromsgrove | 898 yd | |
| The Golden Cross Hotel | 20 High Street, Bromsgrove | 917 yd | |
| Artrix | School Drive, Bromsgrove | 918 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 73 High Street, Bromsgrove | 940 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 1 The Strand, Bromsgrove | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bromsgrove Leisure Centre | School Drive, Bromsgrove | 832 yd | |
| Greggs | 104 High Street, Bromsgrove | 889 yd | |
| French Connection | 87 High Street, Bromsgrove | 940 yd | |
| Oceans | 12 The Strand, Bromsgrove | 946 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 133 High Street, Bromsgrove | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 3, Bromsgrove Retail Park | 954 yd | |
| Asda | 21 Market Street, Bromsgrove | 968 yd | |
| The Coop | 1 Stoke Road, Bromsgrove | 990 yd | |
| Aldi | 29 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryland Centre NEW ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 461 yd |
| Aston Fields Middle School DRUMMOND ROAD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| North Bromsgrove High School SCHOOL DRIVE | grass pitches | 772 yd |
| Bromsgrove Sports And Leisure Centre SCHOOL DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 782 yd |
| The Dolphin Leisure Centre (Closed) SCHOOL DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 782 yd |
| Bromsgrove Golf Centre STRATFORD ROAD | golf | 808 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Bromsgrove) SLIDESLOW DRIVE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 870 yd |
| Bromsgrove School WORCESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 871 yd |
| Well-Fit (Closed) Station Street | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Aston Fields Recreation Ground BLENHEIM CRESCENT | grass pitches | 891 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.24 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.