The Oaklands is in Tenbury Wells and in Malvern Hills district. WR15 8FB is located in the Tenbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Oaklands, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8FB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR15 8DJ, WR15 8DD, WR15 8DF, WR15 8DG, WR15 8DB, WR15 8DA, WR15 8HX, WR15 8DS, WR15 8BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WR15 8FB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 53.4% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 51% | 46.6% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 41.7% | 36.6% | -5.1% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 39.6% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.8% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 8.1% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44.3% | 38.4% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 40% | 8.5% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 15.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 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.
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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 26.3% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 15.7% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 16.4% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 17.9% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 97.4% | 97.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.2% | 13.5% | 17.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Oaklands was 69.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.4% higher than the Baldwin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Oaklands has the 7th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Baldwin and the 63rd highest crime rate of 257 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 The Oaklands, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2025-01-31 | £391,046 |
| 24 The Oaklands, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-10-10 | £273,285 |
| 28 The Oaklands, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2024-08-08 | £370,444 |
| 22 The Oaklands, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-09-16 | £329,990 |
| 2 The Oaklands, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-04-01 | £297,250 |
WR15 8FB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenbury CofE Primary School Bromyard Road , WR15 8BS | - not rated | 736 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenbury CofE Primary School Bromyard Road , WR15 8BS | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford CofE Primary School Forresters Road , Burford WR15 8AT | - not rated | 1,795 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford CofE Primary School Forresters Road , Burford WR15 8AT | 3out of 4 | 1,795 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 520 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenbury High Ormiston Academy Oldwood Road , WR15 8XA | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloisters Oldwood Road , St Michael's WR15 8PH | - not rated | 2,212 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Michael's College Oldwood Road , WR15 8PH | - not rated | 2,268 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael Abbey School Main Building, Oldwood Road , St Michael's WR15 8PH | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Preparatory School Rochford , WR15 8SH | - not rated | 2,541 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nash Court School Nash , SY8 3DG | - not rated | 4,804 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamraj Balti House | 28 Cross Street, Tenbury Wells | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fountain Inn | Oldwood, Tenbury Wells | 724 yd | |
| Pembroke House | Cross Street, Tenbury Wells | 762 yd | |
| The Kings Head | Cross Street, Tenbury Wells | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Bromyard Road, Tenbury Wells | 538 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tenbury High Ormiston Academy OLDWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Tenbury C.E. Primary Academy BROMYARD ROAD | grass pitches | 740 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 | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.