Betony Road is in Malvern and in Malvern Hills district. WR14 1GB is located in the Link electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 2011-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Betony Road, Malvern, WR14 1GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR14 1GZ, WR14 1GH, WR14 1JJ, WR14 1GS, WR14 1BJ, WR14 1AT, WR14 2WE, WR14 1GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR14 1GB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51.7% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.3% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 31.8% | 36.5% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 36.8% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.6% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 15.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.4% | 37.5% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 31.6% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 24.3% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 11.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.5% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 20.6% | 16.4% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 11.5% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 12% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 16.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 34.8% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 96% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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% | 92.5% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Betony Road was 545.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 455.2% higher than the Link average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Betony Road has the highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Link and the 2nd highest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 123.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 7 Enigma Busniess Park Betony Road, Malvern, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2020-09-30 | £426,683 |
| Unit 2 Enigma Business Park Betony Road, Malvern, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2017-12-06 | £220,662 |
WR14 1GB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 WR14 1GB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Retired | 124 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthias Church of England Primary School Cromwell Road , WR14 1NA | - not rated | 1,052 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Pickersleigh Grove , WR14 2LU | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madresfield CofE Primary School 40 Madresfield Village , Madresfield WR13 5AA | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somers Park Primary School Somers Park Avenue , WR14 1SE | 4out of 4 | 1,592 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Malvern Primary School Lydes Road , WR14 2BY | 3out of 4 | 1,948 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 | 2,017 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chase Geraldine Road , WR14 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,928 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malvern St James 15 Avenue Road , WR14 3BA | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Malvern College College Road , Malvern WR14 3DF | - not rated | 3,152 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Place School The Orchard , Bransford WR6 5JE | - not rated | 4,636 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faun At The Morgan Experience Centre | Spring Lane, Malvern | 236 yd | |
| The Filling Station | Sandys Road, Malvern | 289 yd | |
| Eden Lounge | Eden Centre, Grovewood Road | 326 yd | |
| Colston Bakery | Unit 2, Spring Lane North | 382 yd | |
| Ice Quest | Spring Lane North, Malvern | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madresfield Working Mens Club | 30 Madresfield, Malvern | 943 yd | |
| Malvern Cricket Club | Regency Road, Malvern | 946 yd | |
| Bakery Inn | 126 Worcester Road, Malvern | 951 yd | |
| Barnards Green Cricket Club | North End Lane, Malvern | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asha Dial A Curry & Indian Takeaway | 8 Spring Lane North, Malvern | 382 yd | |
| Handyman House | Spring Lane, Malvern | 567 yd | |
| McDonalds | Three Counties Retail Park, Townsend Way | 569 yd | |
| Mayflower Cantonese | 333 Worcester Road, Malvern | 758 yd | |
| Greggs | 326 Worcester Road, Malvern | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Festival House, Grovewood Road | 390 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 1, Roman Way | 692 yd | |
| Morrisons | Roman Way, Malvern | 692 yd | |
| Lidl | 188 Worcester Road, Malvern | 696 yd | |
| Co-Op | 162 Worcester Road, Malvern | 852 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Revolution Gym (Closed) Unit 10 Unit 10 Spring Lane South | health and fitness suite | 284 yd |
| The Malvern GROVEWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 317 yd |
| Malvern Rugby Football Club SPRING LANE | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Revolution Fitness SPRING LANE | health and fitness suite | 470 yd |
| Pf2 Health Club (Malvern) TOWNSEND WAY | health and fitness suite | 574 yd |
| Victoria Park SPRING LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 611 yd |
| Barnards Green Cricket Club North End Lane | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Malvern Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND REGENCY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,022 yd |
| Energize (Closed) Hampden Road | health and fitness suite | 1,025 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.