What home types are most common in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

Housing mix: detached 63.3%, semi-detached 22.5%.

What are house prices in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

Based on 65 recent sales, the median price is £477,500; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What's the Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath population and density?

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath population is 5,799 with density 73.7 per km².

How safe is Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

Crime level in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath is very low with about 23 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How much social housing is near Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

About 6.6% across the Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath area.

What's the average income in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

Average resident income is about £50,700 per year.

How deprived is Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 19556 of 32844 in country).

How many households are in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath?

There are 2,533 households in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

Find postcode

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

Q: What schools in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / West Midlands / Herefordshire, County of / Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

About

Colwall, Cradley, and Wellington Heath are rural villages in Herefordshire, nestled near the eastern edge of the Malvern Hills. The area is known for its rolling countryside, orchards, and farmland, with views of the hills providing a scenic backdrop. Colwall has a railway station, connecting it to Hereford and Worcester, while Cradley and Wellington Heath retain a quieter, more secluded feel. The villages are surrounded by walking trails, including paths leading into the Malverns and along the Herefordshire Trail.

Local amenities include pubs, village halls, and primary schools, with larger towns like Malvern and Ledbury within easy reach. The area has a mix of traditional stone cottages and larger rural homes, with a strong sense of community. Agriculture remains important, particularly fruit farming and cider production. The annual Colwall Steam Rally and other village events highlight the area’s rural character. The proximity to the Malvern Hills makes it popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Area overview

On average Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 23 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath is £50,700 per year. There are 6 schools in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

6.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath Population

5,799

Population density

73.7 per km²

Demographics

British

5,346

92.17%

Other White

259

4.47%

Irish

0.62%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.52%

Other

0.45%

Total population: 5,800

Housing

Owns outright

1,342

52.96%

Owns with a mortgage

592

23.36%

Private landlord or letting agency

256

10.1%

Other social rented

224

8.84%

Other forms of private rent

2.76%

Total households: 2,534

Property prices in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £477,500 in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,200,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	46	£527,500	£368,750	£449,000	£638,750	£803,750
Flats	3	£240,000	£163,500	£197,500	£260,000	£276,000
Semi-Detached	16	£333,750	£198,500	£298,500	£401,250	£632,375

10 years price trend in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

All postcodes in Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR136DP

Evendine Lane

WR136HN

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR65AH

Hook Lane

HR81JR

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81NL

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR136LJ

Acorn Close

WR135PS

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135EL

Birchwood Lane

WR135LY

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135PB

South End Lane

WR136QP

Albert Road

WR136RN

Walwyn Road

HR81JN

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81PR

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81PT

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135EZ

Birchwood Lane

WR135JG

Chockbury Lane

WR135LR

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135LS

Chockbury Lane

WR135NZ

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR136EL

Walwyn Road

WR136EW

Mathon Road

WR144EL

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR144EW

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81HZ

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81JJ

Raycomb Lane

HR81JZ

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81NH

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81PS

Forge Bank

WR135LN

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135PG

Harcourt Road

WR136RE

Spring Close

HR81NN

Heywood Lane

HR81NQ

Bromyard Road

HR82SL

Heywood Lane

WR135AL

Old School Close

WR135LD

Sycamore Close

WR135LH

Rectory Lane

WR135NE

Malvern Oaks Close

WR135NL

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135NU

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR136DH

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR136EF

Elms Drive

WR136HJ

Flapgate Lane

WR136PJ

Chase Road

WR136QG

Albert Road

WR136RB

Ballard Close

HR81QT

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135JP

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR136DJ

Chase Road

WR136DY

Evendine Lane

WR136QE

Brockhill Road

WR136RP

Oak Drive

WR135JU

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135EY

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135JL

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135PH

Harcourt Road

WR135PQ

Mathon Road

WR136EH

Stowe Lane

WR136RR

Colwall Gardens

HR81HA

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81NJ

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

HR81PU

Colwall, Cradley & Wellington Heath

WR135HE

Crumpton Hill Road

WR135NQ

Vinesend Lane

WR136DT

Brookmill Close

WR136HU

Old Orchard Lane

WR136RL

Lime Tree Gardens

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