Shaw Lane is in Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove and in Bromsgrove district. B60 4EH is located in the Avoncroft electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shaw Lane, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove, B60 4EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B60 4EJ, B60 4FJ, B60 4DG, B60 4EL, B60 4ES, B60 4EG, B60 4ET, B60 4EU, B60 4AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B60 4EH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 50.7% | 47.6% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 52.4% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 35.2% | 39% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 40.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 10.8% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 7.3% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 51.8% | 44.7% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 32% | 38.6% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 11.9% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 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 | 21.6% | 16.8% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 11.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 13.7% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 17.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 31.7% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.1% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97% | 98.7% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 98.7% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shaw Lane was 68.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% higher than the Avoncroft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shaw Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Avoncroft and the 94th highest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Wyche Cottages Shaw Lane, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-01-10 | £279,180 |
| 13 Wyche Cottages Shaw Lane, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-11-08 | £349,463 |
| 4 Wyche Cottages Shaw Lane, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-01-26 | £278,345 |
| 14 Wyche Cottages Shaw Lane, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £261,400 | 2021-06-25 | £306,101 |
| 13 Wyche Cottages Shaw Lane, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2019-12-13 | £318,106 |
B60 4EH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Prior First School Ryefields Road , Stoke Prior B60 4ND | 4out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wychbold First and Nursery School School Road , Wychbold WR9 7PU | 3out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanbury CofE First School School Road , Hanbury B60 4BS | 3out of 4 | 2,810 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charford First School Charford Road , Charford B60 3NH | 3out of 4 | 3,828 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic First School Rock Hill , B61 7LH | 3out of 4 | 4,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bromsgrove High Charford Road , B60 3NL | 4out of 4 | 4,070 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Middle School Academy Watt Close , B61 7DH | 4out of 4 | 4,760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Fields Middle School Drummond Road , B60 2ET | 4out of 4 | 4,982 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lokrum Fields Copyholt Lane , Stoke Pound B60 3AY | - not rated | 2,988 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromsgrove School Worcester Road , B61 7DU | - not rated | 4,613 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rigby Hall Day Special School Rigby Lane , Aston Fields B60 2EP | 3out of 4 | 4,988 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| RGS Dodderhill Dodderhill Road , Droitwich Spa WR9 0BE | - not rated | 5,159 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Prior Sports And Country Club | Weston Hall Road, Stoke Prior | 305 yd | |
| The Boat And Railway | Shaw Lane, Stoke Prior | 349 yd | |
| The Bowling Green Inn | Shaw Lane, Stoke Prior | 934 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke Prior Sports And Country Club WESTON HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 165 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 255.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.