King George Close is in Bromsgrove and in Bromsgrove district. B61 8SL is located in the Sidemoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bromsgrove. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about King George Close, Bromsgrove, B61 8SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B61 8NG, B61 8SN, B61 8LT, B61 8LS, B61 8SJ, B61 8SP, B61 8NQ, B61 8SH, B61 8LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B61 8SL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 53.4% | 48.3% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51.7% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B61 8SL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.5% | 46.9% | 15.4% | 37.9% | 9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 31.3% | -10.7% | 44.2% | -12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 12.7% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 44.1% | 42.4% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 36.1% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 25.5% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 13.8% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14.2% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 18.9% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 19.3% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 95.6% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.8% | 13.5% | 14.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King George Close was 125.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 173.4% higher than the Lowes Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King George Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Lowes Hill and the 37th highest crime rate of 305 local areas in Bromsgrove .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 King George Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-07-26 | £273,489 |
| 4 King George Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-10-27 | £318,154 |
| 21 King George Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2021-03-26 | £215,148 |
| 27 King George Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-01-26 | £249,873 |
| 7 King George Close, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-06-23 | £151,873 |
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards School Perryfields Road , B61 8QN | - not rated | 765 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows First School Stourbridge Road , B61 0AH | 4out of 4 | 791 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lickey End First School School Lane , Lickey End B60 1JG | 4out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finstall First School Carnforth Road , B60 2HS | 4out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields First School Swift Close , B61 7BS | 3out of 4 | 2,172 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 | 1,405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bromsgrove High Charford Road , B60 3NL | 4out of 4 | 2,432 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Middle School Stourbridge Road , B61 0AH | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Middle School Academy Watt Close , B61 7DH | 4out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catshill Middle School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JW | 3out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Fields Middle School Drummond Road , B60 2ET | 4out of 4 | 2,697 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromsgrove School Worcester Road , B61 7DU | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove School Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | 4out of 4 | 1,925 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College Meadow Road , Catshill B61 0JL | - not rated | 1,947 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rigby Hall Day Special School Rigby Lane , Aston Fields B60 2EP | 3out of 4 | 2,894 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lokrum Fields Copyholt Lane , Stoke Pound B60 3AY | - not rated | 4,719 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Rousler | Victoria Ground, Birmingham Road | 963 yd | |
| The Mint Lounge | 33 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 980 yd | |
| Rovers Cafe | 34 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,030 yd | |
| Oriental Royal | 112 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,035 yd | |
| Willowbrook Garden Centre | Stourbridge Road, Catshill | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duke Of York | 83 Broad Street, Bromsgrove | 369 yd | |
| The Hop Pole | 78 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,035 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 1 The Strand, Bromsgrove | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sidemoor Fish Bar And Pronto Pizza | 67 Crabtree Lane, Bromsgrove | 783 yd | |
| Bromsgrove Sporting FC | 33 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 980 yd | |
| China Wok | 30 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,030 yd | |
| Papa John's | 32 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,030 yd | |
| Ideal Fish Bar | 110 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 29 Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGE CLOSE | grass pitches | 235 yd |
| The Meadows (Closed) Churchfields Road | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Parkside Middle School & Meadows First School STOURBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Victoria Ground VICTORIA GROUND VICTORIA GROUND BIRMINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Market Street Rec (Closed) Recreation Road | grass pitches | 964 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 | 25.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.