Rectory Lane is in Cradley, Malvern and in Malvern Hills district. WR13 5LH is located in the Bishops Frome & Cradley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Herefordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Lane, Cradley, Malvern, WR13 5LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR13 5LQ, WR13 5LL, WR13 5LJ, WR13 5AL, WR13 5LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR13 5LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.7% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.3% | 26.1% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 49.1% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 44.3% | 42.2% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 36.7% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 15% | 13.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 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 | 22.9% | 15.1% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 13.3% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.9% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 42.2% | 11.3% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.1% | 98.9% | 4.8% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 93.8% | 91.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 90.7% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.2% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Lane was 17.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Bishops Frome & Cradley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Lane has the 12th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Bishops Frome & Cradley and the 130th lowest crime rate of 626 local areas in Herefordshire, County of .
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 -16.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elms Rectory Lane, Malvern, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £339,500 | 2015-07-30 | £502,925 |
| The Elms Rectory Lane, Malvern, Herefordshire Detached, an established residential building | £244,000 | 1999-06-17 | £962,444 |
| Church Cottage Rectory Lane, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 1995-10-26 | £667,612 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cradley CofE Primary School Cradley , WR13 5NG | 3out of 4 | 514 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Primary School West Malvern Road , WR14 4BB | 2out of 4 | 3,335 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northleigh CofE Primary School St. Peters Road , Cowleigh Bank WR14 1QS | - not rated | 3,814 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Newtown Road , WR14 1PF | 3out of 4 | 4,176 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somers Park Primary School Somers Park Avenue , WR14 1SE | 4out of 4 | 4,759 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyson Perrins CofE Academy Yates Hay Road , WR14 1WD | 3out of 4 | 4,594 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidelow Grange School Hidelow House , Acton Green WR6 5AH | - not rated | 4,588 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Downs, Malvern College Prep School Brockhill Road , Colwall WR13 6EY | - not rated | 5,029 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern College College Road , Malvern WR14 3DF | - not rated | 5,097 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern St James 15 Avenue Road , WR14 3BA | - not rated | 5,449 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.