Gainsborough Close is in Welland, Malvern and in Malvern Hills district. WR13 6SH is located in the Castlemorton, Welland & Wells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gainsborough Close, Welland, Malvern, WR13 6SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR13 6LL, WR13 6NE, WR13 6AJ, WR13 6SE, WR13 6SQ, WR13 6SG, WR13 6LB, WR13 6LY, WR13 6LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR13 6SH 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 | 55.1% | 51.5% | -3.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 44.9% | 48.5% | 3.6% | 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 WR13 6SH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 22.8% | 24.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 59% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 6.9% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.5% | 52.6% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 33.8% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 11.3% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
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 WR13 6SH this area, 7.3% 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 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 7.3% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 7.3% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 11.5% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 22.5% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.5% | 46.3% | -0.2% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.2% | 98.5% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 96.4% | 93.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 94.9% | 94.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gainsborough Close was 31.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% lower than the Castlemorton, Welland & Wells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gainsborough Close has the 24th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Castlemorton, Welland & Wells and the 108th lowest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Gainsborough Close, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-04-25 | £288,785 |
| 3 Gainsborough Close, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-06-30 | £333,569 |
| 9 Gainsborough Close, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2022-09-02 | £378,083 |
| 6 Gainsborough Close, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £270,500 | 2022-02-11 | £305,587 |
| 4 Gainsborough Close, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-04-23 | £305,341 |
WR13 6SH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WR13 6SH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welland Primary School Marlbank Road , Welland WR13 6NE | 3out of 4 | 319 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern Wells CofE Primary School 263 Wells Road , WR14 4HF | 2out of 4 | 2,756 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlemorton Church of England Primary School Church Road , Castlemorton WR13 6BG | 2out of 4 | 3,140 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School Welland Road , WR8 0EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,343 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School Lower Wyche Road , WR14 4ET | 4out of 4 | 4,926 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chase Geraldine Road , WR14 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 5,404 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge School Malvern Unit 2 , Hanley Workshops WR8 0DX | - not rated | 2,695 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey College in Malvern 253 Wells Road , WR14 4JF | - not rated | 2,783 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elms School Colwall , WR13 6EF | - not rated | 4,959 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downs, Malvern College Prep School Brockhill Road , Colwall WR13 6EY | - not rated | 5,037 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marlbank Inn | Marlbank Road, Welland | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spitalfield Recreation Ground WELLAND PAVILION WELLAND PAVILION MARLBANK ROAD | grass pitches | 388 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 | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.11 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.