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About

Link ward is situated in the northern part of the Malvern Hills district, encompassing a mix of residential and rural landscapes. The area includes the communities of Upper Welland and the eastern fringes of Malvern itself, characterised by housing estates and local amenities. The terrain gradually rises towards the west, offering views of the wider Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, though the ward itself lies primarily on the flatter ground of the Severn Plain.

A notable feature is the presence of the Link Common, a sizeable area of open grassland and woodland that provides recreational space. The ward is traversed by the A449 road, a major transport route connecting the area to Worcester and Ledbury. Agricultural land and smaller pockets of woodland, such as at Poolbrook, contribute to the semi-rural character, balancing residential development with green spaces.

On average Link has average deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 13.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Link is £50,883 per year. The median sale price in Link is £283,250 (around £297 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £190,625 and £365,000. There are 2 schools in Link: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
13.8%
Connectivity
N/A
Median price: £283,250
Price per sq ft: £297
Sales (last 12 months): 112
Typical range (middle 50%): £191K – £365K

Annual council tax rates for Malvern Hills district.

Band A£1,634
Band B£1,906
Band C£2,179
Band D£2,451
Band E£2,996
Band F£3,540
Band G£4,085
Band H£4,902

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Elected councillors for Link ward.

Fran Victory

Link - Elected 4 May 2023

Green Party

Kwai Hung Chan

Link - Elected 4 May 2023

Independent

Neville Mills

Link - Elected 4 May 2023

Liberal Democrats