Cherry Orchard is in Upton Upon Severn, Worcester and in Malvern Hills district. WR8 0LR is located in the Upton & Ripple electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Worcestershire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cherry Orchard, Upton Upon Severn, Worcester, WR8 0LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WR8 0LS, WR8 0LU, WR8 0LW, WR8 0LT, WR8 0LQ, WR8 0LN, WR8 0RX, WR8 0NL, WR8 0NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WR8 0LR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 49.2% | 48.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.4% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 28.9% | 33.8% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.5% | 37.3% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 18.5% | 16% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 10.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 33.2% | 30.6% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -17.8% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 42.4% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 21.2% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 7% | 3.7% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.9% | 21.2% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 12.8% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 13.7% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.4% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 26.1% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.8% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 99.2% | 97.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cherry Orchard was 12.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.0% lower than the Castlemorton, Welland & Wells average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Cherry Orchard has the 8th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Castlemorton, Welland & Wells and the 28th lowest crime rate of 256 local areas in Malvern Hills .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Cherry Orchard, Worcester, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2018-08-06 | £342,442 |
| 7 Cherry Orchard, Worcester, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2011-08-05 | £245,421 |
WR8 0LR 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upton-Upon-Severn CofE Primary and Pre School School Lane , Upton-upon-Severn WR8 0LD | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanley Swan St Gabriel's with St Mary's CofE Primary School Welland Road , WR8 0EQ | 3out of 4 | 5,140 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,484 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bredon School Pull Court , Bushley GL20 6AH | - not rated | 4,576 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrishna | 34 Old Street, Upton-Upon-Severn | 438 yd | |
| Pundits | 9 Old Street, Upton Upon Severn | 453 yd | |
| Upton Upon Severn Baptist Church | 49 Old Street, Upton Upon Severn | 454 yd | |
| Henrys Cafe | 22 High Street, Upton Upon Severn | 566 yd | |
| Henry's Cafe Bookshop & Antiques | 22 High Street, Upton Upon Severn | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Upton Muggery | 58 Old Street, Upton-Upon-Severn | 438 yd | |
| Upton Social Club | 57 Old Street, Upton-Upon-Severn | 453 yd | |
| Mojitos Rum Bar And Pizzeria | 13A High Street, Upton Upon Severn | 587 yd | |
| Ye Old Anchor Inn | 5 High Street, Upton Upon Severn | 618 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 2 High Street, Upton Upon Severn | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upton Pizza And Kebab | 18 Old Street, Upton Upon Severn | 438 yd | |
| Banjos | 36 Old Street, Upton Upon Severn | 438 yd | |
| River Severn Takeaway | 11 Old Street, Upton Upon Severn | 453 yd | |
| Upton Chippy | 2 New Street, Upton-Upon-Severn | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 15 Old Street, Upton Upon Severn | 453 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upton-Upon-Severn C.E. Primary School SCHOOL LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Upton-Upon-Severn Rfc BACKFIELDS | grass pitches | 494 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 | 54.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.