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Evesham Central

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About

Evesham Central encompasses the historic core of this Worcestershire market town, centred around the River Avon. The area is defined by its bridge crossings and the expansive greenspace of the Abbey Park, which holds the ruins of the medieval Evesham Abbey. Main retail and service streets like Vine Street and High Street radiate from this central point, housing a mix of independent shops and national chains within traditional buildings.

The area's layout reflects its long history as a key settlement in the Vale of Evesham. The unique Hampton Ferry, a traditional hand-pulled cable ferry, operates across the river near the park, connecting to walking paths. Regular markets are held in the Market Square, continuing the town's agricultural trading heritage. Residential streets of Victorian and older properties extend outwards from the commercial centre.

Area overview

On average Evesham Central has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 152 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Evesham Central is £36,650 per year. There are 2 schools in Evesham Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Evesham Central is home to around 6,280 people, with a population density of about 2,886.0 per km2.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
152
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
23.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Evesham Central Population
6,280
Population density
2,886 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
74.36(+92%)
Anti-social behaviour
41.56(+286%)
Shoplifting
22.77(+162%)
Criminal damage and arson
16.72(+129%)
Public order
16.56(+173%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,325
68.98%
Other White
1,477
23.56%
Other
104
1.66%
Other Asian
54
0.86%
Roma
38
0.61%
Total population: 6,270

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,425
26.97%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,238
23.43%
Level 3 (A level)
755
14.29%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
625
11.83%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
618
11.7%
Total 16+ residents: 5,284

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
962
31.43%
Other social rented
670
21.89%
Owns outright
661
21.59%
Owns with a mortgage
520
16.99%
Social rents from council
139
4.54%
Total households: 3,061

Property prices in Evesham Central

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £196,000 in Evesham Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,950 up to £480,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Evesham Central 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 Evesham Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached6£282,000£3,236
Flats28£130,000£2,092
Semi-Detached13£250,000£2,725
Terraced31£208,000£2,733

10 years median price trend in Evesham Central

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Evesham Central.

All postcodes in Evesham Central

WR114SG

Bridge Street

WR119GE

Evesham North

WR114PG

Swan Lane

WR114LQ

Avon Street

WR111ZE

High Street

WR113HA

Castle Street

WR111DS

Church Street

WR113AP

The Leys

WR114XP

High Street

WR114AT

Henry Street

WR114HF

Mill Street

WR114EU

High Street

WR114DR

High Street

WR114JJ

Briar Close

WR119GN

Evesham North

WR114BY

Abbey Lane

WR114HR

High Street

WR114RP

Robins Walk

WR114SQ

Bridge Street

Data Sources

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