Harrow Croft is in Worcester and in Worcester district. WR2 5JG is located in the Dines Green & Grove Farm electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worcester. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harrow Croft, Worcester, WR2 5JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR2 5UG, WR2 5FH, WR2 5UB, WR2 5UH, WR2 5UD, WR2 5UE, WR2 5UF, WR2 5ET, WR2 5UQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WR2 5JG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 65.3% of the population 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 | 49.2% | 65.3% | 16.1% | 51.0% | 14.3% |
| Male | 50.8% | 34.7% | -16.1% | 49.0% | -14.3% |
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 | 32% | 36.6% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 21% | -31.4% | 44.2% | -23.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11% | 14.1% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 24.9% | 22.6% | 6.1% | 18.8% |
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 (43.5%) 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 | 54.5% | 21.5% | -33.0% | 48.4% | -26.9% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 22% | -10.4% | 33.6% | -11.6% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 41.1% | 32.0% | 12.7% | 28.4% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 12.6% | 10.2% | 4.0% | 8.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
In the area around WR2 5JG this area, 45.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 45.6% | 35.2% | 18.2% | 27.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 13.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 8.3% | -9.5% | 13.4% | -5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 8.3% | -8.2% | 16.9% | -8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 15.2% | -12.3% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 6.1% | 6.4% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.4% | 99.5% | 5.1% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 92.2% | 93.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 94.8% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50% | 76.7% | -26.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 48.1% | 13.5% | 34.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrow Croft was 344.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 202.0% higher than the Dines Green & Grove Farm average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrow Croft has the highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Dines Green & Grove Farm and the 21st highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Worcester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 210.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 760.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Harrow Croft, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2022-12-19 | £193,773 |
| 2 Harrow Croft, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-09-22 | £216,395 |
| 6 Harrow Croft, Worcester, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-09-27 | £276,650 |
| 16 Harrow Croft, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-05-31 | £145,540 |
| 15 Harrow Croft, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-05-31 | £145,540 |
WR2 5JG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 WR2 5JG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Full-Time Employee | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dines Green Community Academy Tudor Way , WR2 5QH | 2out of 4 | 458 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushwick CofE Primary School Upper Wick Lane , Rushwick WR2 5SU | 2out of 4 | 824 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pitmaston Primary School Malvern Road , WR2 4ZF | 4out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary Bransford Road , St John's WR2 4EN | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clement's CofE Primary Henwick Road , WR2 5NS | 4out of 4 | 1,950 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher Whitehead Language College Bromwich Road , St John's WR2 4AF | 3out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College Timberdine Avenue , WR5 2XD | 3out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Perowne CofE College Merriman's Hill Road , WR3 8LE | 3out of 4 | 3,861 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Worcester Bilford Road , WR3 8HN | 3out of 4 | 5,095 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunnery Wood High School Spetchley Road , WR5 2LT | 3out of 4 | 5,237 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Worcester Henwick Grove , WR2 6AJ | - not rated | 1,786 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit Glebe Close , Bromyard Road WR2 5AX | 4out of 4 | 1,852 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School 5 College Green , Worcester WR1 2LL | - not rated | 2,944 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riversides School Thorneloe Road , Barbourne WR1 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,067 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Grammar School Worcester Upper Tything , WR1 1HP | - not rated | 3,108 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester Bowl | Everoak Industrial Estate, Bromyard Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitehall Inn | Bransford Road, Rushwick | 749 yd | |
| Portobello Inn | 139 Bransford Road, Worcester | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hooked | 2 Broadway Grove, Worcester | 471 yd | |
| Golden Fortune | Unit 3 Shopping Parade, Gresham Road | 841 yd | |
| Ambleside Fish Bar | Unit 4, 37 Gresham Road | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 53 Gresham Road, Dines Green | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dines Green Community Primary School TUDOR WAY | grass pitches | 416 yd |
| Playscape Playing Field Upper Wick Lane | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| Cinderella Sports Ground Bransford Road | grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Life Of Leisure Health And Spa Club (Worcester) (Closed) Bromyard Road | health and fitness suite | 929 yd |
| Worcester Golf And Country Club LAND AT (OS 8296 5350) LAND AT (OS 8296 5350) BRANSFORD ROAD | golf, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,060 yd |
| The Alf Tolley Memorial Ground RUSHWICK CRICKET CLUB RUSHWICK CRICKET CLUB UPPER WICK LANE | grass pitches | 1,066 yd |
| Howard Road HOWARD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,086 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 | 70.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.