Rodborough Drive is in Worcester and in Worcester district. WR4 9YH is located in the Warndon & Elbury Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worcester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rodborough Drive, Worcester, WR4 9YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR4 9YQ, WR4 9YA, WR4 9YG, WR4 9YL, WR4 9PJ, WR4 9PW, WR4 9PP, WR4 9PH, WR4 9PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WR4 9YH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.5% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.5% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 44.6% | 41.3% | -3.3% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.4% | 36.9% | 8.5% | 44.2% | -7.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 21.1% | 14.1% | -7.0% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 35.5% | 35.1% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -13.3% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 36.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 18.1% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
In the area around WR4 9YH this area, 31.6% 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 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 31.6% | 1.2% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 14.6% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 17.5% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 12.1% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 17% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 94.3% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 96.4% | 90.2% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 6.4% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 90.2% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.9% | 76.7% | -15.8% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 5.3% | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rodborough Drive was 155.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.1% lower than the Warndon & Elbury Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rodborough Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Warndon & Elbury Park and the 63rd highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Worcester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Rodborough Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-11-17 | £110,973 |
| 6 Rodborough Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-11-01 | £200,513 |
| 26 Rodborough Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2006-07-14 | £127,017 |
| 8 Rodborough Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2003-11-28 | £216,899 |
| 50 Rodborough Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2002-11-12 | £85,029 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranham Primary School Tetbury Drive , Warndon WR4 9LS | 3out of 4 | 382 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chedworth Drive , Warndon WR4 9PG | 3out of 4 | 444 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Warndon Edgeworth Close , Warndon WR4 9PE | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth School Carnforth Drive , WR4 9HG | 1out of 4 | 932 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lyppard Grange Primary School Ankerage Green , WR4 0DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Grange Academy Worcester Bilford Road , WR3 8HN | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Perowne CofE College Merriman's Hill Road , WR3 8LE | 3out of 4 | 2,509 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunnery Wood High School Spetchley Road , WR5 2LT | 3out of 4 | 3,671 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College Timberdine Avenue , WR5 2XD | 3out of 4 | 4,373 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christopher Whitehead Language College Bromwich Road , St John's WR2 4AF | 3out of 4 | 4,836 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester Sixth Form College Spetchley Road , WR5 2LU | - not rated | 3,670 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regency High School Carnforth Drive , Warndon WR4 9JL | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Academy Bridgwater Road , WR4 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 1,819 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The River School Oakfield House , Droitwich Road WR3 7ST | - not rated | 2,194 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Grammar School Worcester Upper Tything , WR1 1HP | - not rated | 3,252 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riversides School Thorneloe Road , Barbourne WR1 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elior @ Yamazaki Mazak UK Ltd | Badgeworth Drive, Worcester | 297 yd | |
| Baregrillz | Unit 2, Brindley Road | 551 yd | |
| Wingers Worcester | Unit 6, Brindley Road | 583 yd | |
| Compass Group At Sainsbury Shire Park | Wainwright Road, Worcester | 903 yd | |
| Greedypig Cafe | Unit F1C, Blackpole East | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glovers Needle | Windermere Drive, Worcester | 627 yd | |
| The Barn Owl | Berkeley Way, Worcester | 634 yd | |
| Archdales 1973 Club | Windermere Drive, Worcester | 903 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales | Windermere Drive, Worcester | 903 yd | |
| The Three Pears | Wainwright Road, Worcester | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Allegro | 28 Cranham Drive, Worcester | 479 yd | |
| Warndon Fryer | 6 Cranham Drive, Worcester | 479 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 7, Brindley Road | 551 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit 4, Brindley Road | 551 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 5, Berkeley Way | 581 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 8 Cranham Drive, Worcester | 545 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1, Brindley Road | 551 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Windermere Drive, Worcester | 795 yd | |
| Sainsbury's (Petrol Station) | Windermere Drive, Worcester | 795 yd | |
| Lidl | Blackpole Road, Worcester | 817 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School CHEDWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Shap Drive DALEGARTH COURT | grass pitches | 447 yd |
| Oasis Academy Warndon EDGEWORTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Archdale 73 STANWAY CLOSE | grass pitches | 847 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 | 2.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.6% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.