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Worcester (WR5)
The WR5 postcode area is located in the Worcester postcode town region, within the county of Worcestershire, and contains a total of 971 individual postcodes.
There are 29 electoral wards in the WR5 postcode area, including Broadway, Droitwich, Evesham, Malvern, Pershore, Tenbury Wells, Worcester which come under the local authority of the Worcester Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 28% of people in WR5 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of WR5 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
WR5 postcode is a postcode district located in the district of Worcester, in the county of Worcestershire, in the West Midlands administrative region of England. WR5 postcode covers an area including the following localities: Chawson, Ronkswood, Whittington, and parts of Cropthorne, Hallow, Salwarpe, Kempsey, and Martin Hussingtree.
WR5 postcode has excellent transportation links, with easy access to M5 motorway as well as multiple bus routes into Worcester city centre. The nearest railway station is Worcester Shrub Hill, which is located a 8 minute drive away.
WR5 postcode also benefits from multiple supermarkets in the surrounding area, including Morrisons, Aldi, and the Co-Op. There is also a wide array of chain restaurants, bars, and independent retailers nearby.
The postcode district is mostly residential, with a mixture of detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses as well as some flats and bungalows. Prices for both rent and purchase of properties are typically more affordable in the WR5 postcode district when compared to similar areas in Worcester.
Residents of the WR5 postcode district have access to multiple leisure and recreational facilities, including local parks and gardens, sports grounds, golf clubs and sports centres. The nearby riverside village of Barmouth is within walking distance and is a popular spot for scenic walks or for relaxing near the river.
There are several schools located within the WR5 postcode district, ranging from primary to secondary and even higher education institutions, such as Worcester University. The district is also well connected to healthcare facilities and community services, providing easy access to medical professionals and amenities.
Demographics
Worcestershire
WR5 is located in the county of Worcestershire, in England.
Worcestershire has a total population of 583,100, making it the 38th largest county in the UK.
Worcestershire has a total area of 670 square miles, and a population density of 334 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | WR5 |
| Postal Town | Worcester |
| MSOA Name | Worcester 011 |
| LSOA Name | Worcester 011F |
| County | Worcestershire |
| Region | Worcestershire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Worcester |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
WR5 Electoral Wards
The postal region of WR5, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 28% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.