WR6 6YB is in Wichenford, Worcester and Malvern Hills district. WR6 6YB is located in the Martley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wichenford, Worcester, WR6 6YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WR6 6YB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50.1% | 49.2% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.9% | 50.8% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 WR6 6YB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 23.5% | 21.3% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 61.8% | 4.8% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.2% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.9% | 54% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 32% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.1% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 19.5% | 12.7% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 38.6% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.5% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98.3% | 95.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around WR6 6YB was 27.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.8% lower than the Baldwin average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
WR6 6YB has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Baldwin and the 88th lowest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Firs, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2025-03-31 | £725,568 |
| Laugherne Bank, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2023-03-29 | £852,632 |
| The Lodge Laugherne Hill, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2021-09-29 | £309,152 |
| Boxley, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £334,375 | 2021-08-20 | £371,941 |
| Boxley Farm Cottage, Worcester, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2021-05-11 | £686,164 |
WR6 6YB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WR6 6YB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WR6 6YB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 152 |
| Full-Time Employee | 136 |
| Self-Employed | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martley CofE Primary School Martley , WR6 6QA | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwas CofE Aided Primary School Broadwas , WR6 5NE | 3out of 4 | 4,084 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadheath CofE Primary School Sailor's Bank , Lower Broadheath WR2 6QT | - not rated | 4,648 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chantry School Martley , WR6 6QA | 4out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chim Doo Restaurant | Bury End Town Farm, Wichenford | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masons Arms | Castle Hill, Wichenford | 700 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 21.1% |
| 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.