Walkwood Road is in Redditch and in Redditch district. B97 5NS is located in the Astwood Bank & Feckenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Redditch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Walkwood Road, Redditch, B97 5NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B97 5JZ, B97 5NY, B97 5NR, B97 5NZ, B97 5PA, B97 5NN, B97 5NX, B97 5NP, B97 5XR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B97 5NS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 52.4% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 47.6% | -0.8% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of B97 5NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.2% 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 | 23.2% | 20.8% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 61.2% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 17.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 7.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 9.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 44.4% | 53.8% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 31.2% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 10.5% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 23.2% | 15.9% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 7.8% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 19.2% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 33.5% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.2% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.2% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.8% | 97.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Walkwood Road was 38.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.7% lower than the Astwood Bank & Feckenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Walkwood Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Astwood Bank & Feckenham and the 98th lowest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 167 Walkwood Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-01-20 | £443,667 |
| 178 Walkwood Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2024-07-19 | £300,903 |
| 172 Walkwood Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £324,000 | 2024-01-12 | £333,808 |
| 166 Walkwood Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-07-04 | £397,011 |
| 168 Walkwood Road, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-09-09 | £352,806 |
B97 5NS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in B97 5NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crabbs Cross Academy Evesham Road , Crabbs Cross B97 5JH | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vaynor First School Tennyson Road , Headless Cross B97 5BL | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE First School Plymouth Road North , Southcrest B97 4NU | 2out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Astwood Bank Primary School Church Road , Astwood Bank B96 6EH | 4out of 4 | 2,142 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodrow First School Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 2,436 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic High School Stonepits Lane , Hunt End B97 5LX | 4out of 4 | 741 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH | 2out of 4 | 2,991 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Secondary School Evesham Road , Astwood Bank B96 6BD | 2out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre Easemore Road , B98 8HB | 3out of 4 | 3,645 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Studley High School Crooks Lane , B80 7QX | 4out of 4 | 4,079 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walkwood Church of England Middle School Feckenham Road , Headless Cross B97 5AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Academy Studley Road , B98 7HH | 3out of 4 | 2,858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Middle School Holloway Lane , B98 7HA | 3out of 4 | 3,178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchensale Middle School Bridley Moor Road , B97 6HT | 3out of 4 | 3,483 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipsley CE RSA Academy Winyates Way , B98 0UB | 3out of 4 | 4,733 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,434 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 2,463 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitcheroak School Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,413 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher School Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forge Secondary Short Stay School 215 Easemore Road , B98 8HF | 3out of 4 | 4,160 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 196 Enfield Road, Redditch | 548 yd | |
| The Eagle | 335 Evesham Road, Crabbs Cross | 587 yd | |
| Bramley Cottage | Callow Hill Lane, Redditch | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden House | 66 Crabbs Cross Lane, Crabbs Cross | 588 yd | |
| Mr Prep | Unit 4, Hunt End Industrial Estate | 607 yd | |
| Mayflower | 487 Evesham Road, Redditch | 608 yd | |
| Merchants Fish Bar | 537 Evesham Road, Redditch | 748 yd | |
| Rasoi Cottage | 21 Castleditch Lane, Redditch | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op Redditch | 524 Evesham Road, Redditch | 607 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windmill Community Centre RYEGRASS LANE | 171 yd | |
| St Augustines School STONEPITS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 631 yd |
| Oakenshaw Community Centre OAKENSHAW COMMUNITY CENTRE OAKENSHAW COMMUNITY CENTRE CASTLEDITCH LANE | 907 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 | 245.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.