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Headless Cross & Oakenshaw

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About

Headless Cross & Oakenshaw ward lies on the southern edge of Redditch. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from older terraces to more modern estates. Local shops and services are concentrated along Evesham Road, which serves as a main thoroughfare. The ward includes the distinct neighbourhood of Oakenshaw, characterised by its own local centre and community facilities.

The geography is defined by several green spaces, including the sizable Morton Stanley Park to the north. A notable local landmark is the Headless Cross itself, a historic stone monument at a major junction. Recreational areas like the Pitchcroff Road playing fields provide sports facilities. The ward maintains a quiet, suburban character, separate from the main town centre's bustle.

Area overview

On average Headless Cross & Oakenshaw has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 14.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw is £51,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
14.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw

Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £291,750 in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,500 up to £645,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Headless Cross & Oakenshaw 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 Headless Cross & Oakenshaw over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£385,000
Flats5£135,000
Semi-Detached34£291,000
Terraced29£187,500

10 years median price trend in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Headless Cross & Oakenshaw.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.