About Ab Lench

Ab Lench is a small settlement located in the county of Worcestershire, in the West Midlands region of England. It lies within the WR11 postcode area, situated near the village of Alveley and close to the border with Shropshire. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered dwellings typical of the English countryside. The name 'Ab Lench' is derived from Old English, reflecting its historical roots in the Anglo-Saxon period. The local landscape is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, with the River Teme forming a natural boundary to the west. While Ab Lench itself is not a large community, it is part of a wider network of villages connected by quiet country lanes. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment, with several footpaths passing through the parish. The village remains largely residential, with a close-knit community and a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Ab Lench

Ab Lench is served by 18 schools. Harvington CofE First School and Prince Henry's High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ab Lench

Property prices average £329K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £420K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ab Lench

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ab Lench, with 31 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ab Lench

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ab Lench falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ab Lench

Most properties in Ab Lench can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,762 sales

Average Price £329K
£1K — £60.17M
Detached £420K 2,274
Semi £259K 1,921
Terraced £218K 1,572
Flat £173K 622

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
3 Secondary
1 Other
Church Lench CofE First School Primary 0.6 miles Harvington CofE First School Primary Outstanding 2.9 miles Flyford Flavell Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Fladbury CofE Primary School and Preschool Primary 3.5 miles Salford Priors CofE Academy Primary 3.5 miles Dunnington CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles Inkberrow Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Offenham Church of England First School Primary 4.1 miles Pinvin CofE Academy Primary Good 4.2 miles Cropthorne-with-Charlton CofE First School Primary Good 4.3 miles St Egwin's CofE Middle School Middle deemed secondary 4.5 miles Prince Henry's High School Secondary Outstanding 4.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ab Lench IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ab Lench in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,314 Children (0-15) 16%
35,274 Working Age 60%
18,527 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ab Lench 222 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Ab Lench experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

89 Violence & Sexual Offences
31 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Shoplifting
15 Other Theft
13 Drugs
10 Burglary
10 Public Order
7 Vehicle Crime
5 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
2 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Evesham Train Station 4.7 miles
Worcestershire Parkway Train Station 7 miles
Honeybourne Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Church Lench 0.6 miles Sheriff's Lench 1.2 miles Rous Lench 1.2 miles Atch Lench 1.4 miles Abberton 1.8 miles Bishampton 1.9 miles Badger's Hill 2 miles Goom's Hill 2 miles Throckmorton 2.2 miles Hill Furze 2.2 miles Wood Norton 2.5 miles Iron Cross 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Wychavon
County Worcestershire
Ward Little Hampton
Constituency Mid Worcestershire
Parish Evesham
Region West Midlands

Streets in WR11 30 shown View all streets

A46 5 Ab Lench Road 1 Abbey Gardens 2 Abbey Gate 1 Abbey Lane 7 Abbey Lane Court 1 Abbey Manor 2 Abbey Road 2 Abbot Chyryton's Place 1 Abbotswood 1 Abbotts Drive 1 Albert Road 5 Alder Grove 1 Alexandra Road 1 Allardene 1 Allsebrook Gardens 1 Almond Close 1 Amery Lodge Farm 1 Anchor Lane 1 Andrews Drive 1 Anne Crescent 2 Arrow Close 1 Arrow End 1 Arrow Lane 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashwin Court 1 Asparagus Way 3 Aspen Close 1 Atch Lench Road 2 Avon Court 1

Postcodes in WR11 50 shown View all postcodes

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