Worcester Road is in Burford, Tenbury Wells and in South Shropshire district. WR15 8AP is located in the Clee electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ludlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Worcester Road, Burford, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR15 8AT, WR15 8PE, WR15 8AU, WR15 8AY, WR15 8AX, WR15 8AR, WR15 8AW, WR15 8AG, WR15 8NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR15 8AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.2% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.8% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 WR15 8AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 29.7% | 29.6% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 52.8% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5% | 8.6% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 7.3% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 44.9% | 39.5% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 38.1% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 13.1% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 25.9% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 13.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 20.7% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 8.2% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 15.9% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 12.9% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -20.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 98.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.7% | 97.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 76.7% | -11.3% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 34.3% | 13.5% | 20.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Worcester Road was 27.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.8% lower than the Clee average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Worcester Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Clee and the 337th lowest crime rate of 998 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Worcester Road, Tenbury Wells, Shropshire Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1997-03-04 | £278,009 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burford CofE Primary School Forresters Road , Burford WR15 8AT | - not rated | 164 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford CofE Primary School Forresters Road , Burford WR15 8AT | 3out of 4 | 164 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenbury CofE Primary School Bromyard Road , WR15 8BS | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenbury CofE Primary School Bromyard Road , WR15 8BS | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenbury High School Oldwood Road , WR15 8XA | - not rated | 1,494 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenbury High Ormiston Academy Oldwood Road , WR15 8XA | 3out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Preparatory School Rochford , WR15 8SH | - not rated | 2,636 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nash Court School Nash , SY8 3DG | - not rated | 3,125 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cloisters Oldwood Road , St Michael's WR15 8PH | - not rated | 3,731 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Michael's College Oldwood Road , WR15 8PH | - not rated | 3,770 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael Abbey School Main Building, Oldwood Road , St Michael's WR15 8PH | - not rated | 3,893 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TABS | 46-48 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 477 yd | |
| The Riverside Cafe | 87 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 494 yd | |
| Singapore Garden | 63 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 494 yd | |
| Spotty Dog Tea Room And Gallery | 39 - 41 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 494 yd | |
| The Bridge Hotel | 87 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenbury Sports Club | Penlu Sports Ground, Worcester Road | 2 yd | |
| Regal Cinema | 47 - 49 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 494 yd | |
| The Crow Public House And Hotel | Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 566 yd | |
| The Vaults | 11 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 569 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | Market Square, Tenbury Wells | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pukka Pizzas | 54 -64 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 462 yd | |
| Effes Kebab | 8A Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 566 yd | |
| Tenbury Fish Bar | 17 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 569 yd | |
| Yue Wah | 17 Market Street, Tenbury Wells | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 62 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penlu WORCESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 79 yd |
| Tenbury Tennis Club The Burgage | tennis courts | 420 yd |
| Palmers Meadow KYREWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 475 yd |
| Tenbury Swimming Pool KYREWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 525 yd |
| Tenbury C.E. Primary Academy BROMYARD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 12.5% |
| 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 | 12.5% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.