Knapp Way is in Malvern and in Malvern Hills district. WR14 1SG is located in the Upper Howsell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knapp Way, Malvern, WR14 1SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR14 1RX, WR14 1RZ, WR14 1RU, WR14 1SB, WR14 1SA, WR14 1SL, WR14 1SE, WR14 1JW, WR14 1SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WR14 1SG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WR14 1SG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42% | 42.2% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 36% | 3.6% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 12.4% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 11% | 7.6% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 44.6% | 38.3% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 34.6% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 18.2% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 7.1% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 19.1% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.2% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 20.9% | 4.5% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 17.3% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 23.1% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.8% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 97.1% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 94.9% | 93% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knapp Way was 97.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.8% lower than the Link average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knapp Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Link and the 35th highest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Knapp Way, Malvern, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-11-06 | £293,135 |
| 41 Knapp Way, Malvern, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-28 | £196,656 |
| 32 Knapp Way, Malvern, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2023-06-19 | £242,053 |
| 34 Knapp Way, Malvern, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-08-26 | £324,012 |
| 47 Knapp Way, Malvern, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-12-15 | £216,458 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somers Park Primary School Somers Park Avenue , WR14 1SE | 4out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Newtown Road , WR14 1PF | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northleigh CofE Primary School St. Peters Road , Cowleigh Bank WR14 1QS | - not rated | 751 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthias Church of England Primary School Cromwell Road , WR14 1NA | - not rated | 924 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Pickersleigh Grove , WR14 2LU | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Community school | 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 | 396 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chase Geraldine Road , WR14 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 3,639 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 | 2,525 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Malvern College College Road , Malvern WR14 3DF | - not rated | 3,134 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Place School The Orchard , Bransford WR6 5JE | - not rated | 4,560 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 Everest Eatery | 243 Worcester Road, Malvern | 1,021 yd | |
| London House Cafe | 247 Worcester Road, Malvern | 1,021 yd | |
| Hillbilly's Street Food - Hillbilly's Street Kitchen | Unit 1 Fir Tree Walk, 134 Worcester Road | 1,032 yd | |
| Spice Cottage Restaurant | Units 8 Fir Tree Walk, 134 Worcester Road | 1,050 yd | |
| Sunbeans | 4 Richmond Road, Malvern | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cross Keys | 79 Belmont Road, Malvern | 464 yd | |
| The Express Inn | 91 Quest Hills Road, Malvern | 537 yd | |
| Newtown Club | 60 Newtown Road, Malvern | 907 yd | |
| Bakery Inn | 126 Worcester Road, Malvern | 1,032 yd | |
| Star Inn | 59 Cowleigh Road, Malvern | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yates Hay Fish Bar | 22 Yates Hay Road, Malvern | 284 yd | |
| The Hunger Hatch | 44 Newtown Road, Malvern | 907 yd | |
| Kwai Authentic Foods | 14 Newtown Road, Malvern | 907 yd | |
| Carburettor Coffee | 36 Hampden Road, Malvern | 924 yd | |
| Not Just Desserts | Unit 5 Fir Tree Walk, 134 Worcester Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 67 Upper Howsell Road, Malvern | 522 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Buttercup Walk, Malvern | 568 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dyson Perrins C Of E Academy YATES HAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 442 yd |
| Malvern Vale Community Centre SWINYARD ROAD | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Northleigh C.E. Primary School ST. PETERS ROAD | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Energize (Closed) Hampden Road | health and fitness suite | 961 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.77 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.