Bushley Close is in Redditch and in Redditch district. B98 7TX 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 Bushley Close, Redditch, B98 7TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B98 7TT, B98 7TY, B98 7TU, B98 7TA, B98 7TP, B98 7UA, B98 7SL, B98 7SX, B98 7WD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B98 7TX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 51.4% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.6% | 48.6% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around B98 7TX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.4% 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 | 49.5% | 51.4% | 1.9% | 37.9% | 13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 30.9% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -13.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 49.1% | 44.7% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 14.6% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around B98 7TX this area, 30.5% 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 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 30.5% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 21.1% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 11.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 16.1% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 13.3% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 14% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.8% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 6.6% | 4.6% | -2.0% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 90.5% | 90.3% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 95% | 87.3% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 9.2% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 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 | 93.9% | 86.9% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.7% | 76.7% | -15.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 5.7% | 1.3% | 4.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bushley Close was 44.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.7% lower than the Greenlands & Lakeside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bushley Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Greenlands & Lakeside and the 112th lowest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Bushley Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-07-12 | £179,299 |
| 108 Bushley Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-02-23 | £199,150 |
| 90 Bushley Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-01-19 | £139,111 |
| 100 Bushley Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2023-09-13 | £177,375 |
| 112 Bushley Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2022-10-14 | £156,914 |
B98 7TX 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.
The percentage of student residents living in B98 7TX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodrow First School Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 474 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic First School Woodrow Centre , Studley Road B98 7RY | - not rated | 661 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Hill First School Wirehill Drive , Lodge Park B98 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crabbs Cross Academy Evesham Road , Crabbs Cross B97 5JH | 3out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE First School Plymouth Road North , Southcrest B97 4NU | 2out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH | 2out of 4 | 1,090 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic High School Stonepits Lane , Hunt End B97 5LX | 4out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arrow Vale RSA Academy Matchborough Way , B98 0GF | 4out of 4 | 2,431 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Studley High School Crooks Lane , B80 7QX | 4out of 4 | 2,759 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre Easemore Road , B98 8HB | 3out of 4 | 2,979 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Academy Studley Road , B98 7HH | 3out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Middle School Holloway Lane , B98 7HA | 3out of 4 | 2,052 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkwood Church of England Middle School Feckenham Road , Headless Cross B97 5AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipsley CE RSA Academy Winyates Way , B98 0UB | 3out of 4 | 2,801 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchensale Middle School Bridley Moor Road , B97 6HT | 3out of 4 | 3,574 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 | 2,889 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 | 459 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher School Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forge Secondary Short Stay School 215 Easemore Road , B98 8HF | 3out of 4 | 3,300 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitcheroak School Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,846 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Hall Academy 5 Hallmoor Road , B33 9QY | - not rated | 5,270 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis @ Woodrow | 33 Woodrow Centre, Redditch | 626 yd | |
| The Steamhouse Bakery & The Steamhouse Doughnut Truck | 5A Springside, Howard Road | 838 yd | |
| Heroes Corner At The Alexandra Hospital | Woodrow Drive, Redditch | 896 yd | |
| League Of Friends Coffee Shop At Alexandra Hospital | Quinneys Lane, Woodrow South | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Redditch Sports & Social Club | Throckmorton Road, Redditch | 561 yd | |
| The Woodrow | 35 Woodrow Centre, Redditch | 602 yd | |
| The Duck Inn | Pheasant Lane, Redditch | 937 yd | |
| Mayfly | Studley Road, Redditch | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodrow Chippy | 1 Woodrow Centre, Woodrow North | 602 yd | |
| KFC | Shapland House, The Oaks | 605 yd | |
| McDonalds | 19 Clews Road, Redditch | 605 yd | |
| Espadana Pizza & Kebab | 3 Woodrow Centre, Redditch | 634 yd | |
| Greenlands Chinese Takeaway | 15 Dowlers Hill Crescent, Greenlands | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redditch Dingleside Middle School (Closed) Woodrow | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| Greenlands Playing Fields THROCKMORTON ROAD | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Oakenshaw Road HADLOW CLOSE | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch WOODROW DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,036 yd |
| Kingsley Sports Centre (Closed) Woodrow Drive | squash courts, swimming pool | 1,093 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 | 217.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.