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Flagmeadow Walk is in Worcester and in Worcester district. WR1 1QU is located in the Arboretum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worcester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Flagmeadow Walk, Worcester, WR1 1QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WR1 1QS, WR1 1QP, WR1 1QZ, WR1 1QX, WR1 1QR, WR1 1QQ, WR1 1AE, WR1 1AG, WR1 1QH.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR1 1QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female53.8%51.1%-2.7% 51.0% 0.1%
Male46.2%48.9%2.7% 49.0% -0.1%

Partnership Status

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 WR1 1QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single38.8%45.4%6.6% 37.9% 7.5%
Married: Opposite sex41.6%41.3%-0.3% 44.2% -2.9%
Separated1.6%1.1%-0.5% 2.2% -1.1%
Divorced11%8.5%-2.5% 9.1% -0.6%
Widowed6.9%3.7%-3.2% 6.1% -2.4%

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 health52.1%54%1.9% 48.4% 5.6%
Good health34.5%30.9%-3.6% 33.6% -2.7%
Fair health8.3%11.6%3.3% 12.7% -1.1%
Bad health3.8%2.6%-1.2% 4.0% -1.4%
Very bad health1.4%1%-0.4% 1.2% -0.2%

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.

This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.1%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications15.1%14.4%-0.7% 18.2% -3.8%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 9.8%4.8%-5.0% 9.6% -4.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels8.2%13.3%5.1% 13.4% -0.1%
Apprenticeship2%3.7%1.7% 5.3% -1.6%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels13.9%11.5%-2.4% 16.9% -5.4%
Degree or Similar45.7%51.1%5.4% 33.8% 17.3%
Other5.3%1.1%-4.2% 2.8% -1.7%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0%0.6%0.6% 1.1% -0.5%
Indian0.3%0%-0.3% 3.1% -3.1%
Pakistani1%0.6%-0.4% 2.7% -2.1%
Other Asian0.3%0%-0.3% 1.6% -1.6%
Black African1%0.3%-0.7% 2.5% -2.2%
Black Caribbean0%0.6%0.6% 1.0% -0.4%
Other Black0%0.3%0.3% 0.5% -0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0.7%0.3%-0.4% 0.8% -0.5%
Mixed White and African0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.4% -0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.3%0.3% 0.9% -0.6%
Mixed Other0.3%1%0.7% 0.8% 0.2%
White95.9%91.7%-4.2% 81.4% 10.3%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller0%1%1.0% 0.1% 0.9%
Arab0%1.6%1.6% 0.6% 1.0%
Other0%1.3%1.3% 1.6% -0.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom93.1%92.9%-0.2% 83.2% 9.7%
European Union3.4%2.6%-0.8% 6.1% -3.5%
Rest of Europe0.7%1%0.3% 0.8% 0.2%
Africa1%0.3%-0.7% 2.7% -2.4%
Middle East and Asia1%2.3%1.3% 5.6% -3.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean0.3%1%0.7% 1.3% -0.3%
Oceania0.3%0%-0.3% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK92.4%90.8%-1.6% 83.2% 7.6%
10+ Years0.3%3.2%2.9% 9.8% -6.6%
5-10 Years2.1%2.5%0.4% 2.9% -0.4%
2-5 Years0.3%2.2%1.9% 2.2% 0.0%
Less than 2 years4.8%1.3%-3.5% 1.9% -0.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom82% 76.7% 5.3%
Ireland0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
France0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Romania1.9% 0.9% 1.0%
Turkey1% 0.1% 0.9%
Southern Asia0.6% 1.2% -0.6%
No passport held13.8% 13.5% 0.3%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion43.8% 37.2% 6.6%
Christian46.8% 46.2% 0.6%
Muslim3.6% 6.5% -2.9%
Not answered5.8% 6.0% -0.2%

Safety

Is Flagmeadow Walk Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Flagmeadow Walk was 27.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.2% lower than the Arboretum average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Flagmeadow Walk has the 9th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Arboretum and the 73rd lowest crime rate of 330 local areas in Worcester .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.7%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£41,900
Income Rank
4/10

Household Income in WR1 1QU, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Flagmeadow Walk are based on 57 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Worcester.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Flagmeadow Walk, Worcester, WR1 1QU

Estimated Average Property Prices for WR1 1QU

Average Price
£277,523
Semi-Detached
£308,012
Terraced
£242,678
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Flagmeadow Walk

Average Price
£278,251
Semi-Detached
£319,655
Terraced
£268,840
Detached
£678,790
Flats/Maisonettes
£135,309
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Flagmeadow WalkStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
86 Flag Meadow Walk, Worcester, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£220,0002025-05-23 £226,298
80 Flag Meadow Walk, Worcester, Worcestershire
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£319,0002025-01-17 £326,788
75 Flag Meadow Walk, Worcester, Worcestershire
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£325,1002024-03-28 £346,223
78 Flag Meadow Walk, Worcester, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£305,0002024-01-26 £319,407
96 Flag Meadow Walk, Worcester, Worcestershire
Terraced, an established residential building
£222,0002021-05-06 £270,554
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WR1 1QU

Employment

WR1 1QU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 Employee115
Retired54
Part-Time Employee37
Self-Employed19
Student (economically inactive)13
Long-Term Sick or disabled12
Other8
Looking after home or family7
Unemployed2
Full-Time Student (with or without job)0

Employment Industry

Education30
Human health and social work activities28
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles19
Professional, scientific and technical activities18
Manufacturing17
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security17
Information and communication9
Other8
Administrative and support service activities7
Construction7
Accommodation and food service activities6
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 3
Transport and storage3
Real estate activities1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St George's CofE Primary School
St George's Lane North , WR1 1RD
2out of 4 67 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St George's Catholic Primary School
Thorneloe Walk , Barbourne WR1 3JY
3out of 4 418 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Green Lane , WR3 8NZ
3out of 4 851 yd Voluntary controlled school No Mixed More About School
Northwick Manor Primary School
Northwick Road , WR3 7EA
3out of 4 1,181 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Tudor Grange Primary Academy Perdiswell
Bilford Road , WR3 8QA
- not rated 1,230 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bishop Perowne CofE College
Merriman's Hill Road , WR3 8LE
3out of 4 514 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Tudor Grange Academy Worcester
Bilford Road , WR3 8HN
3out of 4 1,676 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Christopher Whitehead Language College
Bromwich Road , St John's WR2 4AF
3out of 4 2,325 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College
Timberdine Avenue , WR5 2XD
3out of 4 2,959 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Nunnery Wood High School
Spetchley Road , WR5 2LT
3out of 4 3,543 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Worcester Sixth Form College
Spetchley Road , WR5 2LU
- not rated 3,721 yd Academy 16-19 converter No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Riversides School
Thorneloe Road , Barbourne WR1 3HZ
3out of 4 377 yd Academy special sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Royal Grammar School Worcester
Upper Tything , WR1 1HP
- not rated 456 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
University of Worcester
Henwick Grove , WR2 6AJ
- not rated 1,659 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Newbridge School
Midland Road , WR5 1DS
- not rated 2,018 yd Academy alternative provision sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit
Glebe Close , Bromyard Road WR2 5AX
4out of 4 2,032 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed 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
Eat Greek31C Barbourne Road, Worcester339 yd
The Lemon Tart71 Barbourne Road, Worcester402 yd
Chicago Pizza67 Barbourne Road, Worcester402 yd
Maria's Place75 Barbourne Road, Worcester406 yd
Rainbowls43 Upper Tything, Worcester481 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Talbot8-10 Barbourne Road, Worcester345 yd
The Swan Inn78 Barbourne Road, Worcester352 yd
The Coach & Horses39 Upper Tything, Worcester462 yd
The Feathers45 Upper Tything, Worcester462 yd
The Lamb And Flag Inn30 The Tything, Worcester692 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Lily B's Sandwich Bar6 Barbourne Road, Worcester345 yd
Worcester GrillUnit 6C, Gregorys Mill Street367 yd
Royal Kebab Worcester9 Barbourne Road, Worcester381 yd
Pink Garlic PizzaUnit 4A, Gregorys Mill Street400 yd
Rooster40 Upper Tything, Worcester462 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sainsbury's46-48 Barbourne Road, Worcester278 yd
Co-opBarker Street, Worcester808 yd
The Co-Op44-46 Ombersley Road, Worcester857 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Worcester City Football Club (Closed)
St. Georges Lane
grass pitches85 yd
St Georges C Of E Primary School
ST. GEORGES LANE NORTH
179 yd
Royal Grammar School Worcester (Flagge Meadow)
WILFRED CLOSE
grass pitches257 yd
Royal Grammar School Worcester
UPPER TYTHING
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite436 yd
Royal Grammar School Worcester (St Oswalds)
LOWER CHESTNUT STREET
grass pitches477 yd
Bishop Perowne C Of E High School
MERRIMANS HILL ROAD
grass pitches480 yd
Worcester Swimming Pool & Fitness Centre (Closed)
Sansome Walk
health and fitness suite, swimming pool621 yd
The Kings School - Stp
BRICKWHARF DRIVE
artificial grass pitch633 yd
Box Fitness
THE TYTHING
health and fitness suite673 yd
Rgs Springfield Worcester
SPRINGFIELD SPRINGFIELD BRITANNIA SQUARE
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches677 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 speed52.8 Mbit/s
Average download speed48.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed65.75 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed65.75 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed12.1 Mbit/s
Average upload speed12.5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed16.84 Mbit/s

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