Newtown Road is in Worcester and in Worcester district. WR5 1JL is located in the Nunnery electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worcester. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newtown Road, Worcester, WR5 1JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR5 1HS, WR5 1HR, WR5 1PP, WR5 1SX, WR5 1LA, WR5 1HL, WR5 1LB, WR4 9EA, WR5 1NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WR5 1JL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 49.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 34.1% | 37.4% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 44.6% | 4.8% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 9% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 5% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 39.7% | 37.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 36.2% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 19.6% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 20.5% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 14.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.4% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 27.9% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 5.8% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 5% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.7% | 77.6% | -19.1% | 81.4% | -3.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 76.2% 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 | 93% | 76.2% | -16.8% | 83.2% | -7.0% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 8.8% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 10.4% | 8.3% | 5.6% | 4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 75.3% | -16.0% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.3% | 13.3% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 10.7% | 6.5% | 4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newtown Road was 105.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.8% higher than the Leopard Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newtown Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Leopard Hill and the 100th highest crime rate of 330 local areas in Worcester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112 Newtown Road, Worcester, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-03-03 | £130,775 |
| 112 Newtown Road, Worcester, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-03-03 | £150,894 |
| 96 Newtown Road, Worcester, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2024-02-29 | £180,797 |
| 102 Newtown Road, Worcester, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2023-11-24 | £206,822 |
| 100 Newtown Road, Worcester, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-02-07 | £204,057 |
WR5 1JL 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School St Albans Close , WR5 1PP | 3out of 4 | 313 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollymount School Hollymount Road , WR4 9SG | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Road Primary School Stanley Road , WR5 1BD | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunnery Wood Primary School Prestwich Avenue , WR5 1QE | 3out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Hill CofE Primary School Midhurst Close , WR5 2HX | 3out of 4 | 1,450 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nunnery Wood High School Spetchley Road , WR5 2LT | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Perowne CofE College Merriman's Hill Road , WR3 8LE | 3out of 4 | 1,971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College Timberdine Avenue , WR5 2XD | 3out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Grange Academy Worcester Bilford Road , WR3 8HN | 3out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christopher Whitehead Language College Bromwich Road , St John's WR2 4AF | 3out of 4 | 2,953 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 | 1,495 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge School Midland Road , WR5 1DS | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fort Royal Wyld's Lane , WR5 1DR | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Regency High School Carnforth Drive , Warndon WR4 9JL | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Worcester (NMSS) Whittington Road , WR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School 5 College Green , Worcester WR1 2LL | - not rated | 2,025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altafs Balti | 166 Tolladine Road, Worcester | 691 yd | |
| Royal Voluntary Service At Oncology Worcs Royal Hospital | Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Punchbowl | Lichfield Avenue, Worcester | 444 yd | |
| The Punchbowl Inn | Lichfield Avenue, Worcester | 444 yd | |
| La Nasu (Altafs Bar)) | 166 Tolladine Road, Worcester | 691 yd | |
| The Virgin Tavern | 331 Tolladine Road, Worcester | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SB Kitchen At Community Centre | Canterbury Road, Worcester | 280 yd | |
| Malko's Fish Bar | 35 Lichfield Avenue, Worcester | 440 yd | |
| Little India Express | Unit 4, Ronkswood Hill | 467 yd | |
| Newtown Cantonese Take Away | 41 Newtown Road, Worcester | 585 yd | |
| Newtown Takeaway | 43 Newtown Road, Worcester | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 21 Lichfield Avenue, Worcester | 390 yd | |
| Lidl | Newtown Road, Worcester | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perrywood Primary And Nursery School ST. ALBANS CLOSE | grass pitches | 123 yd |
| Tolladine Golf Club (Closed) Tolladine Road | golf | 718 yd |
| Ronkswood CARLISLE ROAD | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Hollymount School HOLLY MOUNT ROAD | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Fitness Rooms Health Club (Closed) Sherriff Street | health and fitness suite | 933 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.