Sling Lane is in Malvern and in Malvern Hills district. WR14 2TU is located in the Great Malvern electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sling Lane, Malvern, WR14 2TU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR14 2TW, WR14 2TY, WR14 2TX, WR14 2TP, WR14 2BW, WR14 2BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR14 2TU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.8% | 27.2% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 42% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 10% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 16% | 17.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.1% | 38.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 36.6% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 16.1% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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.
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 51.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 10.3% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13.7% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 11.3% | -1.5% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.5% | 51.5% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 17.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.6% | 92.3% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 89.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 89.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 4.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 89.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sling Lane was 49.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.6% higher than the Castlemorton, Welland & Wells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sling Lane has the 18th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Castlemorton, Welland & Wells and the 99th highest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Sling Lane, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2022-11-24 | £907,468 |
| 18 Sling Lane, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £379,950 | 2018-08-31 | £498,929 |
| 3 Sling Lane, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £567,000 | 2016-06-24 | £808,074 |
| 11 Sling Lane, Malvern, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2016-01-29 | £423,706 |
| 24 Sling Lane, Malvern, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2016-01-08 | £382,482 |
WR14 2TU 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 2TU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 173 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Primary School Pickersleigh Grove , WR14 2LU | 3out of 4 | 577 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern Parish CofE Primary School Manby Road , WR14 3BB | 3out of 4 | 982 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Malvern Primary School Lydes Road , WR14 2BY | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Newtown Road , WR14 1PF | 3out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthias Church of England Primary School Cromwell Road , WR14 1NA | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,818 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dyson Perrins CofE Academy Yates Hay Road , WR14 1WD | 3out of 4 | 2,176 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 | 699 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Malvern College College Road , Malvern WR14 3DF | - not rated | 1,441 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downs, Malvern College Prep School Brockhill Road , Colwall WR13 6EY | - not rated | 4,264 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge School Malvern Unit 2 , Hanley Workshops WR8 0DX | - not rated | 4,615 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey College in Malvern 253 Wells Road , WR14 4JF | - not rated | 5,320 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cube Garden Cafe | Albert Road North, Malvern | 236 yd | |
| Book & Cup Cafe At Malvern Library | 44 Graham Road, Malvern | 545 yd | |
| Flute Signature | 22 Graham Road, Malvern | 592 yd | |
| Gurkha Chef | 24 Graham Road, Malvern | 618 yd | |
| Bayleaf WM | 113 Church Street, Malvern | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor Park Club | Albert Road North, Malvern | 259 yd | |
| The Water Cure | 30 Church Street, Malvern | 692 yd | |
| Nags Head | 19-21 Bank Street, Malvern | 765 yd | |
| Wetherspoons at the Foley Arms | 14 Worcester Road, Malvern | 811 yd | |
| The Foresters Arms | 2 Wilton Road, Malvern | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Sports Junior FC | The Sports Pavilion, 27 Greenhill Drive | 201 yd | |
| Pizza Fiesta Est 1989 | 20 Graham Road, Malvern | 592 yd | |
| Cold Chef | 1A Court Road, Malvern | 1,061 yd | |
| Wok N Roll | 80 Barnards Green Road, Malvern | 1,082 yd | |
| Barnards Green Fish Bar | Unit 3, 74 Barnards Green Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 24-26 Church Street, Malvern | 716 yd | |
| Tesco | 114 Madresfield Road, Malvern | 1,018 yd | |
| Co-Op | 86-88 Barnards Green Road, Malvern | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sling Lane Playing Fields GREENHILL DRIVE | grass pitches | 198 yd |
| Lansdowne Methodist Church LANSDOWNE CHURCH LANSDOWNE CHURCH LANSDOWNE CRESCENT | 348 yd | |
| Manor Park Malvern Multisports Complex ALBERT ROAD NORTH | indoor bowls, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 349 yd |
| Malvern St James College MALVERN ST. JAMES SPORTS & FITNESS CENTRE MALVERN ST. JAMES SPORTS & FITNESS CENTRE BARNARDS GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 515 yd |
| Grove Primary School PICKERSLEIGH GROVE | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Malvern Splash Leisure Complex PRIORY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 706 yd |
| Barnards Green Cricket Club North End Lane | grass pitches | 1,008 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 | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.