Priestfields is in Hanley Castle, Worcester and in Malvern Hills district. WR8 0AH is located in the Powick & the Hanleys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priestfields, Hanley Castle, Worcester, WR8 0AH 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 local area around WR8 0AH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.5% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.5% | -2.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of WR8 0AH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 27.3% | 28.7% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 53.1% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8.9% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 44.9% | 39.3% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 42.7% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 9.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 14.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 20.7% | 19.7% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 9.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13.8% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 14.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 37% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 12.9% | 6.0% | 6.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priestfields was 36.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% lower than the Link average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Priestfields has the 29th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Link and the 127th lowest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honeypot Farm Priestfields, Worcester, Worcestershire Other, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2021-09-30 | £1,311,629 |
| Mole End Priestfields, Worcester, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2011-10-14 | £804,452 |
| Priestfield Priestfields, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2010-12-03 | £1,000,000 |
| Mole End Priestfields, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2007-07-31 | £671,642 |
| Blackmore End Cottage Priestfields, Worcester, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2002-10-24 | £742,521 |
WR8 0AH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
WR8 0AH 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 WR8 0AH 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 | 132 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 71 |
| Other | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Other | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School Welland Road , WR8 0EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,726 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Madresfield CofE Primary School 40 Madresfield Village , Madresfield WR13 5AA | 3out of 4 | 3,595 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Malvern Primary School Lydes Road , WR14 2BY | 3out of 4 | 3,760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern Parish CofE Primary School Manby Road , WR14 3BB | 3out of 4 | 4,372 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Pickersleigh Grove , WR14 2LU | 3out of 4 | 4,745 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanley Castle High School Church End , Hanley Castle WR8 0BL | 3out of 4 | 3,481 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chase Geraldine Road , WR14 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 3,699 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge School Malvern Unit 2 , Hanley Workshops WR8 0DX | - not rated | 3,778 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Malvern St James 15 Avenue Road , WR14 3BA | - not rated | 4,410 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Malvern College College Road , Malvern WR14 3DF | - not rated | 4,905 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough And Harrow | Rhydd Road, Guarlford | 862 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 | 245 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 256.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.