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Upper Howsell

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About

Upper Howsell is a residential ward situated on the eastern slopes of the Malvern Hills, characterised by its quiet, leafy streets and suburban layout. The area consists primarily of detached and semi-detached housing, with properties often set back from the road amidst mature gardens. The local landscape is defined by the rising green backdrop of the hills, which influences the area's topography and provides a distinct sense of place. Community life centres around local schools and smaller shopping parades serving daily needs.

A notable local feature is the proximity to the Upper Wyche Cutting, a significant geological site exposing ancient Precambrian rocks. Public footpaths lead directly from residential streets onto the hills, offering immediate access to walking routes with expansive views over the Severn Plain. The ward maintains a separate identity from the busier tourist centres further south along the hills, with a focus on everyday residential living within a distinctive natural setting.

Area overview

On average Upper Howsell has low deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 15.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Upper Howsell is £54,214 per year. The median sale price in Upper Howsell is £290,000 (around £303 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £248,500 and £325,000. There are 2 schools in Upper Howsell: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
15.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Upper Howsell

Median price: £290,000
Price per sq ft: £303
Sales (last 12 months): 48
Typical range (middle 50%): £249K – £325K

Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 (about £303 per square foot) in Upper Howsell area, with individual transactions ranging from £122,000 up to £525,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Upper Howsell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached10£386,500£379
Semi-Detached28£278,000£289
Terraced9£249,000£334
Flats1£122,000£—

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Upper Howsell

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Upper Howsell.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£221,200£185,000£230,000
2017£258,750£186,000£184,750
2018£261,000£210,000£176,250
2019£306,000£199,950£203,725
2020£306,225£217,475£237,950
2021£290,000£235,000£216,500
2022£465,000£251,000£274,500
2023£340,000£267,000£210,000
2024£350,000£265,000£200,000
2025£340,000£260,000£194,975
2026£428,500£295,000£249,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Upper Howsell.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Upper Howsell.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£222£208£251
2017£241£194£265
2018£266£224£235
2019£267£232£184
2020£277£254£281
2021£310£268£315
2022£403£288£313
2023£347£274£269
2024£327£297£335
2025£335£301£320
2026£383£277£349
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Upper Howsell.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Upper Howsell in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

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.

Local government

Elected councillors for Upper Howsell ward.

Local councillors

Jules Wood

Upper Howsell - Elected 4 May 2023

Green Party

Frequently asked questions about Upper Howsell

What is the average house price in Upper Howsell?

The median sale price in Upper Howsell is £290,000 (about £303 per square foot) based on 48 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

Are there good schools in Upper Howsell?

Upper Howsell has 1 primary school (1 Good) and 1 secondary school (1 Good). Ratings are from the latest Ofsted inspections.

How deprived is Upper Howsell?

Upper Howsell scores 4 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Upper Howsell sits around rank 20,410 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Upper Howsell?

The average household income in Upper Howsell is around £54,214 per year, and 15% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Upper Howsell?

Upper Howsell is represented by 1 elected councillor: Jules Wood (Green Party).