Prospect Road North is in Redditch and in Redditch district. B98 8NP 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 Prospect Road North, Redditch, B98 8NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B98 8NL, B98 8NT, B98 8NH, B98 8NN, B98 8NR, B98 8NJ, B98 8ND, B98 8NZ, B98 8JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding B98 8NP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 48.6% | 47.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 51.4% | 52.1% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 8NP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% 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 | 49.6% | 45.1% | -4.5% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.2% | 34% | 3.8% | 44.2% | -10.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 14.9% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 50.6% | 47.6% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 33.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 14.4% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25% | 24.4% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 16.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 20% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 20.7% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 9.7% | 2.2% | -7.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 5.8% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 4.7% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 6.1% | 8.6% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 85% | 72.7% | -12.3% | 81.4% | -8.7% |
In this area, 78.4% 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 | 85.6% | 78.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 9.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 9.4% | 4.4% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 78.4% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 12.2% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 7.2% | 1.3% | 5.9% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 38.5% | 46.2% | -7.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 15.9% | 6.5% | 9.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prospect Road North was 174.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.0% lower than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prospect Road North has the 8th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Central and the 30th highest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.1%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Prospect Road North, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-08-26 | £191,328 |
| 80 Prospect Road North, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2021-08-13 | £174,610 |
| 112 Prospect Road North, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-02-26 | £174,953 |
| 88 Prospect Road North, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-05-22 | £156,516 |
| 76 Prospect Road North, Redditch, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2019-06-07 | £182,912 |
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 454 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Rsa Academy Mabey Avenue , B98 8HW | - not rated | 614 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Hill First School Wirehill Drive , Lodge Park B98 7JU | 3out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holyoakes Field First School Bridge Street , B97 6HH | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moons Moat First School Cleeve Close , Church Hill B98 9HR | 3out of 4 | 1,708 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 | 584 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arrow Vale RSA Academy Matchborough Way , B98 0GF | 4out of 4 | 2,673 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH | 2out of 4 | 3,445 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic High School Stonepits Lane , Hunt End B97 5LX | 4out of 4 | 4,263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Studley High School Crooks Lane , B80 7QX | 4out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 813 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Academy Studley Road , B98 7HH | 3out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchensale Middle School Bridley Moor Road , B97 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Middle School Wood Piece Lane , Church Hill B98 9LR | 3out of 4 | 2,068 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipsley CE RSA Academy Winyates Way , B98 0UB | 3out of 4 | 2,534 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 | 799 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 460 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitcheroak School Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,486 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher School Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF | 3out of 4 | 2,956 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 | 2,993 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Hall Academy 5 Hallmoor Road , B33 9QY | - not rated | 4,814 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Kitchen And Catering | Lakeside Trading Centre, Beoley Road East | 509 yd | |
| Masovia Craft Bakery | 5B Beoley Road West, Redditch | 628 yd | |
| Burger King | Trafford Retail Park, Ipsley Street | 654 yd | |
| Costa | 6 Trafford Park, Trescott Road | 654 yd | |
| Cafe Pausa At Dunelm | Unit 3A, 60 Grove Street | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cricks | 107 Beoley Road West, Redditch | 322 yd | |
| Abbeydale Community Club | Woodfield Close, Redditch | 336 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | 2 Beoley Road West, Redditch | 358 yd | |
| The Pound Pub | Beoley Road West, St Georges | 739 yd | |
| Easemore Social Club | 25 Easemore Road, Redditch | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mickys Chippy | 86 Beoley Road West, Redditch | 411 yd | |
| Redditch Pizza | 18 Beoley Road West, Redditch | 411 yd | |
| Dhaka Balti | 19 Beoley Road West, Redditch | 598 yd | |
| Dino's Pizza & Grill | 62 - 64 Other Road, Redditch | 638 yd | |
| Yorkie Square At Catermotive | Unit 7 Redditch Trade Centre, New Meadow Road | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 1 Trafford Park, Trescott Road | 739 yd | |
| Iceland | Trafford Retail Park, 3 Trescott Road | 739 yd | |
| One Beyond | Unit 3 Trafford Park, Trescott Road | 763 yd | |
| Tesco | 7-9 Shakespeare Avenue, Redditch | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbeydale (Closed) Dolphin Road | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Trinity High School And 6Th Form Centre EASEMORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 713 yd |
| St Bedes Catholic Middle School HOLLOWAY LANE | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Heart Of Worcestershire College (Redditch Campus) PEAKMAN STREET | health and fitness suite | 899 yd |
| Fitness Unlimited MILLSBOROUGH HOUSE MILLSBOROUGH HOUSE IPSLEY STREET | health and fitness suite | 917 yd |
| Choices Health Clubs (Redditch) (Closed) The South East Quadrant The South East Quadrant Alcester Street | health and fitness suite | 1,012 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 183.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.