Gorse Hill is in Ashton Under Hill, Evesham and in Wychavon district. WR11 7SP is located in the Bredon Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gorse Hill, Ashton Under Hill, Evesham, WR11 7SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR11 7SQ, WR11 7SJ, WR11 7UT, WR11 7SR, WR11 7SS, WR11 7SH, WR11 7SL, WR11 7TA, WR11 7SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR11 7SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.5% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.5% | 0.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of WR11 7SP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% 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 | 16% | 17.4% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.2% | 65.5% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 9.7% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 53% | 53.9% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 30.6% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
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 WR11 7SP this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13% | 9.2% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 6.5% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 10% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 18.4% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.1% | 49.8% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 16.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.9% | 96.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gorse Hill was 56.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 156.2% higher than the Bredon average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Gorse Hill has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Bredon and the 160th highest crime rate of 426 local areas in Wychavon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Gorse Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-07-01 | £488,103 |
| Garage, 22 Gorse Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £10,000 | 2023-07-24 | £10,196 |
| 2 Gorse Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2023-03-17 | £477,593 |
| 14 Gorse Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-10-29 | £224,357 |
| 12 Gorse Hill, Evesham, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2021-03-18 | £253,958 |
WR11 7SP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WR11 7SP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WR11 7SP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton-under-Hill First School Elmley Road , Ashton-under-Hill WR11 7SW | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgeberrow CofE First School Main Street , Sedgeberrow WR11 7UF | 4out of 4 | 2,945 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmley Castle CofE First School Main Street , Elmley Castle WR10 3HS | 3out of 4 | 3,313 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Overbury CofE First School School Lane , Overbury GL20 7NT | 3out of 4 | 4,298 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bredon Hill Academy Elmley Road , Ashton-Under-Hill WR11 7SW | 4out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Under Hill Cricket Club | Elmley Road, Ashton Under Hill | 306 yd | |
| The Star Inn | Elmley Road, Ashton Under Hill | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bredon Hill Academy ELMLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| The Playing Field TEASEL JACK TEASEL JACK ELMLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 573 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 | 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% |
| 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 | 27.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.