Paxford Close is in Church Hill, Redditch and in Redditch district. B98 8RH is located in the North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Redditch. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paxford Close, Church Hill, Redditch, B98 8RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: B98 8RE, B98 8TA, B98 8RG, B98 8RF, B98 8RY, B98 8RJ, B98 8RU, B98 9NS, B98 8RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around B98 8RH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 30.9% | 34.6% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 50.5% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 9.3% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 41.1% | 49.6% | 8.5% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 36% | 33.6% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 11.3% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.7% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 13.6% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.5% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 16% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 33.8% | 11.7% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.5% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.8% | 93.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 93.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paxford Close was 63.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.1% lower than the North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Paxford Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 13 local areas in North and the 119th highest crime rate of 265 local areas in Redditch .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Paxford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-08-01 | £238,791 |
| 22 Paxford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-07-18 | £244,487 |
| 35 Paxford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2025-07-14 | £239,834 |
| 24 Paxford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-08-23 | £309,735 |
| 38 Paxford Close, Redditch, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2024-05-31 | £258,297 |
B98 8RH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeywood First School Wood Piece Lane , Church Hill B98 9LR | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moons Moat First School Cleeve Close , Church Hill B98 9HR | 3out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Rsa Academy Mabey Avenue , B98 8HW | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE First School and Nursery Stevenson Avenue , B98 8LU | 1out of 4 | 1,729 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beoley First School Beoley Lane , Beoley B98 9AN | 3out of 4 | 1,750 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,749 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arrow Vale RSA Academy Matchborough Way , B98 0GF | 4out of 4 | 2,822 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Redditch Woodrow Drive , B98 7UH | 2out of 4 | 4,218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Hill Middle School Wood Piece Lane , Church Hill B98 9LR | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Middle School Holloway Lane , B98 7HA | 3out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipsley CE RSA Academy Winyates Way , B98 0UB | 3out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Academy Studley Road , B98 7HH | 3out of 4 | 2,516 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchensale Middle School Bridley Moor Road , B97 6HT | 3out of 4 | 2,914 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 | 2,004 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 | 1,204 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher School Clifton Close , Matchborough B98 0HF | 3out of 4 | 3,314 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitcheroak School Willow Way , Batchley B97 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,527 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Primary Pupil Referral Unit Longdon Close , Woodrow South B98 7UZ | 3out of 4 | 3,912 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Hall Academy 5 Hallmoor Road , B33 9QY | - not rated | 4,136 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Way Cafe | St Andrews Church, Upperfield Close | 621 yd | |
| Willow Trees Community Centre | Loxley Close, Redditch | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oast House | Paper Mill Drive, Redditch | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Hill Chippy | Unit 2, Tanhouse Lane | 695 yd | |
| Golden Wok | Unit 1, Tanhouse Lane | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbeydale (Closed) Dolphin Road | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Willow Trees Community Centre GORDON ANSTIS HOUSE GORDON ANSTIS HOUSE LOXLEY CLOSE | 788 yd | |
| Church Hill Middle School WOOD PIECE LANE | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Ymca (Redditch) (Closed) Churchill Centre Churchill Centre Loxley Close | 889 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 | 85.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.1% |
| 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 | 149.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.