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Droitwich Spa East

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About

Droitwich Spa East is a residential area located in the Wychavon district of Worcestershire. The area is known for its historic connections to the salt industry, which once thrived here. Many homes are situated near the town centre, providing easy access to local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks. The area also benefits from good transport links, including bus routes and proximity to the M5 motorway.

The eastern part of Droitwich Spa features a mix of housing, from older properties to more modern developments. Green spaces like Vines Park offer recreational opportunities, while the nearby canal adds to the area's character. The town retains a strong sense of community, with regular events and markets. Its location makes it convenient for commuting to Worcester, Birmingham, and other nearby towns.

Area overview

On average Droitwich Spa East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 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 of residents in Droitwich Spa East is £42,200 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).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
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

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

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 95 recent sales, the median property price is £233,500 in Droitwich Spa East area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £670,000.

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, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Droitwich Spa East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£410,000
Flats37£125,000
Semi-Detached19£260,000
Terraced12£202,500

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

WR98AB

Worcester Road

WR98GD

Hanbury Road

WR98TJ

Droitwich Spa East

WR97QP

Cockshute Hill

WR97QS

Cockshute Hill

WR98BZ

Victoria Square

WR98HQ

Heriotts Lane

WR98LD

Saltway

WR98QA

Pilgrim Road

WR97RB

Marhon Close

WR98HF

Heriotts Lane

WR98PL

Hanbury Street

WR98QG

Charles Henry Road

WR98RU

Droitwich Spa East

WR98BF

Worcester Road

WR98PZ

Mayflower Road

WR98QL

St Peter's Walk

WR98RD

Ombersley Street East

WR97BF

Tagwell Gardens

WR97DT

Heriotts Lane

WR97RE

Suffolk Way

WR98ED

Friar Street

WR98PR

Hanbury Road

WR98HD

Heriotts Lane

WR97QR

Primsland Drive

WR97QW

Portland Road

WR97AL

The Orchard Lea

WR97RY

Kingston Close

WR98ET

Heriotts Lane

WR98DH

Victoria Square

WR98EW

High Street

WR98WB

Heron Place

WR98HG

Manor Close

WR98PW

Hanbury Road

WR97AQ

Dovecote Road

WR97RQ

Shire Way

WR98EQ

Friar Street

WR98LX

Roman Way

WR97RF

Percheron Way

WR97RN

Dovecote Road

WR98BY

Tower Hill

WR98EF

Friar Street

WR98EY

Chorley Road

WR98LN

Church Road

WR98UL

Riverside Way

WR97AX

Heriotts Lane

WR98LA

High Street

WR98LU

Church Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.