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Winstone Close is in Redditch and in Redditch district. B98 8JS is located in the Greenlands & Lakeside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Redditch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Winstone Close, Redditch, B98 8JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: B98 8LA, B98 8NY, B98 8PB, B98 8LW, B98 8NA, B98 8PD, B98 8NB, B98 8ND, B98 8PL.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B98 8JS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female48.9%48.8%-0.1% 51.0% -2.2%
Male51.1%51.2%0.1% 49.0% 2.2%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single33.3%32.1%-1.2% 37.9% -5.8%
Married: Opposite sex44.4%45.8%1.4% 44.2% 1.6%
Separated3.9%1.9%-2.0% 2.2% -0.3%
Divorced9.6%13%3.4% 9.1% 3.9%
Widowed8.7%7.1%-1.6% 6.1% 1.0%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health40.7%36.2%-4.5% 48.4% -12.2%
Good health30%35.5%5.5% 33.6% 1.9%
Fair health17.5%17.5%0.0% 12.7% 4.8%
Bad health9.2%7.5%-1.7% 4.0% 3.5%
Very bad health2.6%3.3%0.7% 1.2% 2.1%

Education and Qualifications

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 8JS this area, 35.4% 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 18.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications49.2%35.4%-13.8% 18.2% 17.2%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 15.9%10.7%-5.2% 9.6% 1.1%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels15%15.9%0.9% 13.4% 2.5%
Apprenticeship1.8%5.5%3.7% 5.3% 0.2%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels4.5%12.3%7.8% 16.9% -4.6%
Degree or Similar9%18.2%9.2% 33.8% -15.6%
Other4.5%1.9%-2.6% 2.8% -0.9%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi1.4%1%-0.4% 1.1% -0.1%
Chinese0.7%1%0.3% 0.7% 0.3%
Indian6.4%3%-3.4% 3.1% -0.1%
Pakistani9.5%19.3%9.8% 2.7% 16.6%
Other Asian0.2%0%-0.2% 1.6% -1.6%
Black Caribbean0.2%0.5%0.3% 1.0% -0.5%
Other Black0.9%0.5%-0.4% 0.5% 0.0%
Mixed White and Asian0.2%0.3%0.1% 0.8% -0.5%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.9%2.3%1.4% 0.9% 1.4%
Mixed Other0%1.5%1.5% 0.8% 0.7%
White79.4%69.5%-9.9% 81.4% -11.9%
Other0%1%1.0% 1.6% -0.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 80.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom87%80.3%-6.7% 83.2% -2.9%
European Union1.7%8.5%6.8% 6.1% 2.4%
Rest of Europe0%0.3%0.3% 0.8% -0.5%
Africa0.2%0%-0.2% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia11.1%11%-0.1% 5.6% 5.4%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK85.8%80.5%-5.3% 83.2% -2.7%
10+ Years0.7%12.9%12.2% 9.8% 3.1%
5-10 Years3.1%4.1%1.0% 2.9% 1.2%
2-5 Years4.7%0.8%-3.9% 2.2% -1.4%
Less than 2 years5.7%1.8%-3.9% 1.9% -0.1%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom65.6% 76.7% -11.1%
Ireland0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Italy1.8% 0.6% 1.2%
Portugal0.8% 0.5% 0.3%
Spain0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
Poland4.4% 1.3% 3.1%
Romania2.3% 0.9% 1.4%
Other EU countries0.8% 1.5% -0.7%
Southern Asia1.3% 1.2% 0.1%
No passport held22.6% 13.5% 9.1%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion33.5% 37.2% -3.7%
Christian41.8% 46.2% -4.4%
Muslim17.8% 6.5% 11.3%
Other religion0.5% 0.6% -0.1%
Not answered6.4% 6.0% 0.4%

Safety

Is Winstone Close Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winstone Close was 51.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.9% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Winstone Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Central and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£37,600
Income Rank
3/10

Household Income in B98 8JS, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Winstone Close are based on 30 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Redditch.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Winstone Close, Redditch, B98 8JS

Estimated Average Property Prices for B98 8JS

Average Price
£194,464
Semi-Detached
£209,000
Terraced
£193,252
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Winstone Close

Average Price
£199,555
Semi-Detached
£219,461
Terraced
£198,869
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Winstone CloseStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
27 Winstone Close, Redditch, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£192,0002024-11-08 £193,133
26 Winstone Close, Redditch, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£215,0002022-07-15 £223,294
11 Winstone Close, Redditch, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£178,0002020-11-16 £219,390
26 Winstone Close, Redditch, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£172,0002018-10-26 £223,578
17 Winstone Close, Redditch, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£151,0002018-09-28 £197,789
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for B98 8JS

Employment

B98 8JS 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee92
Retired70
Part-Time Employee30
Looking after home or family26
Student (economically inactive)19
Other19
Self-Employed19
Long-Term Sick or disabled17
Unemployed10
Full-Time Student (with or without job)5

Employment Industry

Manufacturing40
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles31
Human health and social work activities25
Administrative and support service activities11
Accommodation and food service activities10
Construction9
Transport and storage8
Education8
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security7
Professional, scientific and technical activities7
Financial and insurance activities5
Information and communication4
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities3
Other1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St George's CofE First School and Nursery
Stevenson Avenue , B98 8LU
1out of 4 229 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
St Stephen's CofE Rsa Academy
Mabey Avenue , B98 8HW
- not rated 998 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Oak Hill First School
Wirehill Drive , Lodge Park B98 7JU
3out of 4 1,095 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Holyoakes Field First School
Bridge Street , B97 6HH
3out of 4 1,653 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Moons Moat First School
Cleeve Close , Church Hill B98 9HR
3out of 4 1,702 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

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 4 799 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Arrow Vale RSA Academy
Matchborough Way , B98 0GF
4out of 4 2,383 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Tudor Grange Academy Redditch
Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH
2out of 4 3,055 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
St Augustine's Catholic High School
Stonepits Lane , Hunt End B97 5LX
4out of 4 3,949 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Studley High School
Crooks Lane , B80 7QX
4out of 4 4,926 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Middle deemed secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Bede's Catholic Middle School
Holloway Lane , B98 7HA
3out of 4 444 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Woodfield Academy
Studley Road , B98 7HH
3out of 4 1,115 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Birchensale Middle School
Bridley Moor Road , B97 6HT
3out of 4 2,042 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Church Hill Middle School
Wood Piece Lane , Church Hill B98 9LR
3out of 4 2,177 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Ipsley CE RSA Academy
Winyates Way , B98 0UB
3out of 4 2,298 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Heart of Worcestershire College
Peakman Campus, Peakman Street , B98 8DW
- not rated 928 yd Further education Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Forge Secondary Short Stay School
215 Easemore Road , B98 8HF
3out of 4 850 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 2,603 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pitcheroak School
Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ
3out of 4 2,611 yd Community special school No Mixed More About School
Kingfisher School
Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF
3out of 4 2,617 yd Academy special sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Lea Hall Academy
5 Hallmoor Road , B33 9QY
- not rated 4,693 yd Academy special sponsor led Not Applicable Boys More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Lakeside Kitchen And CateringLakeside Trading Centre, Beoley Road East292 yd
Burger KingTrafford Retail Park, Ipsley Street531 yd
Costa6 Trafford Park, Trescott Road531 yd
Real Nosh14 New Meadow Road, Lakeside606 yd
Joe's Jungle4 Lakeside Industrial Estate, New Meadow Road606 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Cricks107 Beoley Road West, Redditch318 yd
The Kings Arms2 Beoley Road West, Redditch386 yd
The Pound PubBeoley Road West, St Georges695 yd
Abbeydale Community ClubWoodfield Close, Redditch724 yd
Studley Road Social Club99A Studley Road, Lodge Park837 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Mickys Chippy86 Beoley Road West, Redditch386 yd
Redditch Pizza18 Beoley Road West, Redditch386 yd
Yorkie Square At CatermotiveUnit 7 Redditch Trade Centre, New Meadow Road593 yd
Yorkie Square/Jaspers/Brunchin Out @ CatermotiveUnit 7 Redditch Trade Centre, New Meadow Road593 yd
Don Pulento'sUnit 7 Redditch Trade Centre, New Meadow Road593 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco7-9 Shakespeare Avenue, Redditch675 yd
Aldi1 Trafford Park, Trescott Road695 yd
IcelandTrafford Retail Park, 3 Trescott Road695 yd
One BeyondUnit 3 Trafford Park, Trescott Road715 yd
AsdaJinnah Road, Redditch913 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
St Bedes Catholic Middle School
HOLLOWAY LANE
grass pitches422 yd
Abbeydale (Closed)
Dolphin Road
grass pitches873 yd
Fitness Unlimited
MILLSBOROUGH HOUSE MILLSBOROUGH HOUSE IPSLEY STREET
health and fitness suite890 yd
Studley Road Social Club
STUDLEY ROAD
899 yd
Trinity High School And 6Th Form Centre
EASEMORE ROAD
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts930 yd
Woodfield Academy
STUDLEY ROAD
grass pitches1,017 yd
Heart Of Worcestershire College (Redditch Campus)
PEAKMAN STREET
health and fitness suite1,044 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed50 Mbit/s
Average download speed77.9 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed9.5 Mbit/s
Average upload speed8.8 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.