Barbourne & Rainbow Hill are residential areas located in the northern part of Worcester. The area is primarily made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, with some modern developments. It is close to the city center, making it convenient for commuting, while also offering local amenities like shops, schools, and parks. The River Severn runs nearby, providing green spaces for walking and leisure.
Rainbow Hill is known for its mix of housing, including some larger detached properties. The area has good transport links, with easy access to the A44 and Worcester’s train station. Local schools and community facilities cater to families, while the nearby Gheluvelt Park adds a recreational space. The area balances urban convenience with quieter residential streets.
On average Barbourne & Rainbow Hill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barbourne & Rainbow Hill is £46,300 per year. There are 4 schools in Barbourne & Rainbow Hill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).
Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Barbourne & Rainbow Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,000 up to £580,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 13 | £340,000 |
| Flats | 17 | £115,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 30 | £260,000 |
| Terraced | 33 | £218,000 |
10 years price trend in Barbourne & Rainbow Hill
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Kingston Avenue
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Barbourne Road
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Northcote Street
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Blanquettes Avenue
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Buckle Wood
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Lansdowne Walk
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Barbourne & Rainbow Hill
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Northbrook Close
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Lansdowne Walk
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Lansdowne Crescent Lane
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Brickwharf Drive
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Green Lane
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Blanquettes Avenue
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Catbrook
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Tunnel Hill
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Gillam Street
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Birchfield Close
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Bilford Avenue
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Barbourne & Rainbow Hill
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Dutton Street
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Green Lane
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St Georges Lane North
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Adelaide Close
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Coleridge Close
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Southdown Road
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Wilson Street
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Blanquettes Street
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Brickwharf Drive
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Wordsworth Avenue
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Laslett Street
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Coombs Road
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Mayfield Avenue
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Green Lane
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Mayfield Road
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Barbourne & Rainbow Hill
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Barbourne Road
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Henry Street
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Reservoir Lane
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Raglan Street
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Drovers Way
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Merrimans Hill Road
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Barbourne Road
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Goodrest Close
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Kipling Close
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Longfellow Road
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Milton Close
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Church Road
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Beech Avenue North
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Wensleydale Drive
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Barbourne Road
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Dutton Street
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Kingston Avenue
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Hardy Court
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Kiln Crescent
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Catbrook
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Lansdowne Walk
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Kingston Avenue
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Field Road
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Field Close
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Bishops Avenue
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Ryeland Close
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Bromsgrove Street
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Alma Street
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Lansdowne Crescent
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Mayfield Avenue
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St Egwine Close
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Woodland Close
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Drovers Way
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Kendall Street
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Church Road
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Barbourne & Rainbow Hill
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Drovers Way
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Milret Close
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St Georges Lane North
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Coleridge Close
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Mayfield Road
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Lansdowne Walk
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Harvey Walk
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Shetland Close
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Tintern Avenue
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Sunnyside Road
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Kendall Street
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Coombs Road
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Coombs Road
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Wordsworth Avenue
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Farm Close
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Beech Avenue
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Alma Street
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Crown Street
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Masefield Close
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Vicar Street
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Barbourne & Rainbow Hill
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Canal Side
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Barker Street
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Gregory's Court
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Vauxhall Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.