Walcot Lane is in Drakes Broughton, Pershore and in Wychavon district. WR10 2AJ is located in the Drakes Broughton, Norton & Whittington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Walcot Lane, Drakes Broughton, Pershore, WR10 2AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR10 2AN, WR10 2BH, WR10 2BQ, WR10 2BE, WR10 2BG, WR10 2BL, WR10 2BB, WR10 2AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR10 2AJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.2% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48% | 48.8% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WR10 2AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.6% | 27% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 54.9% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 5.1% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 12% | 6.8% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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% | 46.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 33.9% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 14.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 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 | 28.1% | 23.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 27.3% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 5.9% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.3% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.5% | 96.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 95.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Walcot Lane was 66.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.0% higher than the Drakes Broughton, Norton & Whittington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Walcot Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Drakes Broughton, Norton & Whittington and the 126th highest crime rate of 426 local areas in Wychavon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Creg Walcot Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-11-26 | £449,544 |
| Woodmead Walcot Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2023-11-30 | £683,220 |
| Millcroft Cottage Walcot Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-06-28 | £510,059 |
| The Greg Walcot Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £322,000 | 2021-02-19 | £372,206 |
| Old Orchard Walcot Lane, Pershore, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-07-03 | £307,540 |
WR10 2AJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in WR10 2AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinvin CofE First School Main Street , Pinvin WR10 2ER | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Primary School Cherry Orchard , WR10 1ET | 3out of 4 | 3,240 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Redeemer Catholic Primary School Priest Lane , WR10 1EB | 4out of 4 | 3,497 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Park First and Nursery School Abbey Road , WR10 1DF | 3out of 4 | 3,506 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Juxta Kempsey CofE Primary School Wadborough Road , Littleworth WR5 2QJ | 3out of 4 | 5,266 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Barnabas CofE First and Middle School Stonebow Road , Drakes Broughton WR10 2AW | 2out of 4 | 317 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas' CofE Middle School Main Street , Pinvin WR10 2ER | 3out of 4 | 2,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Park Middle School Abbey Road , WR10 1DF | 2out of 4 | 3,506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pershore High School Station Road , WR10 2BX | 3out of 4 | 2,576 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peopleton Pershore , Worcestershire WR10 2EE | - not rated | 2,296 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton College Woodbury Lane , WR5 2BA | - not rated | 4,994 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Oak | 40 Stonebow Road, Drakes Broughton | 368 yd | |
| The Plough & Harrow | Worcester Road, Drakes Broughton | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perfect Plaice | 32 Shrubbery Road, Drakes Broughton | 386 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Drakes Broughton Playing Field EBERNOE EBERNOE WORCESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| St Barnabas C.E. First And Middle School STONEBOW ROAD | grass pitches | 417 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.