Salop Road is in Redditch and in Redditch district. B97 4PS is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Redditch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Salop Road, Redditch, B97 4PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B97 4PT, B97 4PW, B97 4PN, B97 4PU, B97 4PH, B97 4PP, B97 4PB, B97 4PR, B97 4PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B97 4PS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 51% | 49.6% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49% | 50.4% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 30.5% | 31.5% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 42.7% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 13.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 8.9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 39.5% | 42.1% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 36% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 14.4% | -5.3% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
In the area around B97 4PS this area, 29% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 29% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 11.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 8.6% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 19.6% | -5.3% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 13.2% | 9% | -4.2% | 2.7% | 6.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 80.6% | 85.3% | 4.7% | 81.4% | 3.9% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 78.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 78.8% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.2% | 77.9% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.1% | 11.8% | 9.8% | 2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 7.1% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.2% | 0.7% | -9.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 6.8% | 1.3% | 5.5% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Muslim | 7.6% | 6.5% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Salop Road was 116.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.9% higher than the Batchley & Brockhill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Salop Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Batchley & Brockhill and the 55th highest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Salop Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £447,500 | 2025-02-24 | £456,167 |
| 28 Salop Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-03-28 | £313,131 |
| 16 Salop Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-02-18 | £346,113 |
| 18 Salop Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-01-07 | £449,134 |
| 40 Salop Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-02-04 | £364,930 |
B97 4PS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in B97 4PS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's CofE First School Plymouth Road North , Southcrest B97 4NU | 2out of 4 | 682 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holyoakes Field First School Bridge Street , B97 6HH | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batchley First and Nursery School Cherry Tree Walk , Batchley B97 6PD | 3out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE First School and Nursery Stevenson Avenue , B98 8LU | 1out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Hill First School Wirehill Drive , Lodge Park B98 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre Easemore Road , B98 8HB | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic High School Stonepits Lane , Hunt End B97 5LX | 4out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH | 2out of 4 | 3,617 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arrow Vale RSA Academy Matchborough Way , B98 0GF | 4out of 4 | 3,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Studley High School Crooks Lane , B80 7QX | 4out of 4 | 5,397 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchensale Middle School Bridley Moor Road , B97 6HT | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Middle School Holloway Lane , B98 7HA | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkwood Church of England Middle School Feckenham Road , Headless Cross B97 5AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Academy Studley Road , B98 7HH | 3out of 4 | 1,918 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Middle School Wood Piece Lane , Church Hill B98 9LR | 3out of 4 | 3,770 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heart of Worcestershire College Peakman Campus, Peakman Street , B98 8DW | - not rated | 980 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitcheroak School Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,233 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forge Secondary Short Stay School 215 Easemore Road , B98 8HF | 3out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher School Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF | 3out of 4 | 3,787 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenview Bar And Cafe | Pitcheroak Municipal Golf Course, Plymouth Road | 179 yd | |
| The Candle Night | 101B Mount Pleasant, Redditch | 225 yd | |
| No Limitz | 1A Larchwood House, Ipsley Street | 520 yd | |
| Nesta | 80 Evesham Walk, Redditch | 551 yd | |
| 360 Play Redditch | 41A Evesham Walk, Redditch | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodland Cottage | 102 Mount Pleasant, Redditch | 197 yd | |
| The Park Inn | 1 Evesham Road, Headless Cross | 692 yd | |
| The Royal Enfield | Unicorn Hill, Redditch | 699 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 125 Bromsgrove Road, Redditch | 700 yd | |
| Redditch Borough Council Civic Suite | Town Hall, Walter Stranz Square | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| On The Munchies | 6 Mount Pleasant, Redditch | 267 yd | |
| The Dessert Club | 27 Mount Pleasant, Redditch | 301 yd | |
| Artisan Spice | 2 Orchard Street, Redditch | 520 yd | |
| Lucky House | 50 - 52 Ipsley Street, Redditch | 560 yd | |
| Palermo Pizza | 50 - 54 Ipsley Street, Redditch | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Jinnah Road, Redditch | 878 yd | |
| One Beyond | Unit 3 Trafford Park, Trescott Road | 958 yd | |
| Iceland | Trafford Retail Park, 3 Trescott Road | 981 yd | |
| Aldi | 1 Trafford Park, Trescott Road | 981 yd | |
| Midcounties Co Op | 125 Evesham Road, Redditch | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pitcheroak Golf Course PITCHEROAK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE PITCHEROAK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE PLYMOUTH ROAD | golf | 167 yd |
| Tds Leisure (Closed) Ipsley Street | health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Pure Gym (Redditch) KINGFISHER SHOPPING CENTRE KINGFISHER SHOPPING CENTRE SILVER STREET | health and fitness suite | 602 yd |
| Choices Health Clubs (Redditch) (Closed) The South East Quadrant The South East Quadrant Alcester Street | health and fitness suite | 768 yd |
| Fitness Unlimited MILLSBOROUGH HOUSE MILLSBOROUGH HOUSE IPSLEY STREET | health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Trico Stadium VALLEY STADIUM VALLEY STADIUM SALLIE SWAN STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Heart Of Worcestershire College (Redditch Campus) PEAKMAN STREET | health and fitness suite | 942 yd |
| Redditch Cricket - Hockey And Rugby Club REDDITCH CRICKET HOCKEY AND RUGBY CLUB REDDITCH CRICKET HOCKEY AND RUGBY CLUB BROMSGROVE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 1,035 yd |
| Birchensale Middle School BRIDLEY MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.