Drayton Close is in Redditch and in Redditch district. B98 0HE is located in the Matchborough & Woodrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Redditch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Drayton Close, Redditch, B98 0HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B98 0HD, B98 0HB, B98 0EX, B98 0EG, B98 0EZ, B98 0EQ, B98 0HA, B98 0HG, B98 0HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding B98 0HE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 53.5% | 53.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 46.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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% | 30% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 39.5% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 18.6% | 15.9% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 9.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 48.6% | 42.3% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 31.8% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 15.7% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 8% | 9.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 24.5% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 14.6% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 21.9% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 15.9% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96.9% | 93.3% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 83.2% 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 | 88.2% | 83.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| European Union | 8.7% | 12.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 83.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 11.3% | 7.1% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Poland | 9.3% | 1.3% | 8.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Drayton Close was 61.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.7% lower than the Headless Cross & Oakenshaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Drayton Close has the 22nd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw and the 124th highest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Drayton Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-01-31 | £228,256 |
| 17 Drayton Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-10-25 | £198,641 |
| 4 Drayton Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-01-31 | £208,666 |
| 15 Drayton Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-12-17 | £206,385 |
| 8 Drayton Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2021-04-13 | £166,018 |
B98 0HE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matchborough First School Academy Matchborough Way , Matchborough East B98 0GD | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic First School Woodrow Centre , Studley Road B98 7RY | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodrow First School Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenacres First School Quibury Close , Winyates East B98 0PB | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arrow Valley First School Colts Lane , Winyates West B98 0LH | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arrow Vale RSA Academy Matchborough Way , B98 0GF | 4out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH | 2out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Studley High School Crooks Lane , B80 7QX | 4out of 4 | 2,821 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre Easemore Road , B98 8HB | 3out of 4 | 3,244 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic High School Stonepits Lane , Hunt End B97 5LX | 4out of 4 | 3,773 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipsley CE RSA Academy Winyates Way , B98 0UB | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Academy Studley Road , B98 7HH | 3out of 4 | 1,683 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Middle School Holloway Lane , B98 7HA | 3out of 4 | 2,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Middle School Wood Piece Lane , Church Hill B98 9LR | 3out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkwood Church of England Middle School Feckenham Road , Headless Cross B97 5AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,949 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 | 3,306 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher School Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF | 3out of 4 | 193 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 1,489 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forge Secondary Short Stay School 215 Easemore Road , B98 8HF | 3out of 4 | 3,255 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Hall Academy 5 Hallmoor Road , B33 9QY | - not rated | 3,424 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Pitcheroak School Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 4,800 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Without Walls Community Church | Clifton Close, Redditch | 104 yd | |
| Your Ideas Youth And Community Project | Matchborough East Meeting Rooms, Dilwyn Close | 907 yd | |
| Eurest At Halfords | 2 Icknield Street Drive, Redditch | 1,010 yd | |
| The Steamhouse Bakery & The Steamhouse Doughnut Truck | 5A Springside, Howard Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Carvery/ The Golden Goose | Wild Goose Lane, Redditch | 312 yd | |
| The Old Sticky Wicket | Matchborough Way, Redditch | 561 yd | |
| Miller And Carter Washford Mill | Old Washford Mill, Icknield Street Drive | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Perios And Napoli Pizza | 5 Matchborough Centre, Matchborough Way | 561 yd | |
| Piccolo Pizza & Grill | 9 Matchborough Centre, Matchborough East | 561 yd | |
| Golden Carp Chippy | 8 Matchborough Centre, Matchborough East | 561 yd | |
| Greggs | 9 Washford Trade Park, Washford Drive | 916 yd | |
| Subway Washford At BP Garage | Washford 24, Washford Drive | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ipsley Park WILD GOOSE LANE | cycling, grass pitches | 312 yd |
| Pathways WASHFORD LANE | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Old Forge WASHFORD LANE | grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Arrow Vale Sports & Leisure Centre ARROW VALE SPORTS CENTRE ARROW VALE SPORTS CENTRE MATCHBOROUGH WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 648 yd |
| Washford Park (Closed) Icknield Street Drive | grass pitches | 811 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.