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Droitwich Spa East

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About

Droitwich Spa East encompasses residential neighbourhoods and green spaces on the town's eastern side. The area is characterised by post-war housing estates and quieter suburban streets, with local amenities centred around the St. Peter's ward. The landscape is generally flat, typical of the wider Worcestershire plains, with several small parks and playing fields providing open space.

A notable feature is the area's proximity to the historic Droitwich Canal, with sections undergoing restoration. The local geography is subtly influenced by the town's brine springs history, though less visibly than in the central conservation area. Residential life here is supported by primary schools, community centres, and convenient access to the town centre's retail and transport links.

Area overview

On average Droitwich Spa East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Droitwich Spa East is £48,806 per year. There are 1 schools in Droitwich Spa East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Droitwich Spa East is home to around 5,427 people, with a population density of about 2,422.0 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
16.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Droitwich Spa East Population
5,427
Population density
2,422 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Shoplifting
33.54(+286%)
Violence and sexual offences
30.4(-21%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.87(+1%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.11(+11%)
Public order
5.9(-3%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,023
92.52%
Other White
154
2.84%
Indian
43
0.79%
Irish
39
0.72%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
27
0.5%
Total population: 5,429

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,412
30.49%
No qualifications
933
20.15%
Level 3 (A level)
741
16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
628
13.56%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
493
10.65%
Total 16+ residents: 4,631

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,089
40.71%
Owns with a mortgage
647
24.19%
Other social rented
413
15.44%
Private landlord or letting agency
384
14.36%
Social rents from council
81
3.03%
Total households: 2,675

Property prices in Droitwich Spa East

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £218,050 in Droitwich Spa East area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,000 up to £615,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Droitwich Spa East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Droitwich Spa East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached11£435,000£3,881
Flats24£132,500£2,707
Semi-Detached21£260,000£3,444
Terraced10£171,500£3,831

10 years median price trend in Droitwich Spa East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Droitwich Spa East.

All postcodes in Droitwich Spa East

WR98EX

St Peters Walk

WR98LH

Pridzor Close

WR98ES

High Street

WR98RY

Weaver Close

WR97AX

The Holloway

WR97SY

Grosvenor Close

WR98QB

The Ridgeway

WR97RG

Berrill Close

WR97BD

Corbett Avenue

WR98WA

Swan Drive

WR98GB

Hanbury Road

WR98LU

Vines Lane

WR98LA

Queen Street

WR98AB

Worcester Road

WR98EL

Gurneys Lane

WR98EY

Chorley Road

WR98QU

Colman Road

WR98EW

High Street

WR98QG

Charles Henry Road

WR97AW

Petersfield Drive

WR98PZ

Mayflower Road

WR97RQ

Shire Way

WR97RW

Langley Road

WR98LN

Church Road

WR98DJ

St Andrews Road

WR98HG

Manor Close

WR97SX

Grosvenor Crescent

WR98WE

Swan Drive

WR98HB

The Holloway

WR97RT

Clayhall Road

WR98PR

Hanbury Road

WR98JU

Bays Meadow

WR98BX

St Georges Crescent

WR98QX

Ombersley Street East

WR98UP

Riverside Way

WR98PS

Winslow Avenue

WR98WD

Mallard Place

WR98LR

Bromsgrove Road

WR98DQ

Victoria Square

WR98PP

Hanbury Road

WR97AP

Ravenscroft Drive

WR98EB

Friar Street

WR98QQ

Charles Henry Road

WR98UU

Kingfisher Court

WR98QE

Rose Avenue

WR98DS

Victoria Square

WR97QS

Greenbank

WR97SR

Grosvenor Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.