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Location in WorcestershireAlfred's Well sits where the marker shows within the county.

24,723
Population
10,046
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
53
Schools nearby
£53,445
Avg. household income
1,102
Businesses
584
People per km²

About Alfred's Well

Alfred's Well is a small settlement located in Worcestershire, England, within the B61 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of farmland and scattered residential properties. While it does not have a significant population, it is part of the wider local community and benefits from nearby amenities in the surrounding villages. The name suggests historical roots, possibly linked to a local well or water source, though there is no prominent landmark or visitor attraction. The village is accessible by road, with the A444 providing a nearby route to larger towns. It remains a quiet, unassuming place, typical of the rural landscape of central Worcestershire.

School Ratings in Alfred's Well

Alfred's Well is served by 53 schools. Meadows First School and Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alfred's Well

Property prices average £306K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £259K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alfred's Well

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Alfred's Well, with 46 incidents logged in July 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Alfred's Well

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alfred's Well 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.

Healthcare in Alfred's Well

There are 15 GP surgeries within three miles of Alfred's Well, the nearest being Keith Winter House (0.8 miles away).

Property Prices 3,528 sales

Average Price £306K
£3K , £17.69M
Detached £424K 1,055
Semi £259K 1,079
Terraced £216K 878
Flat £154K 314

Schools & Education 53 within 5 miles View all schools

31 Primary
9 Secondary
13 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B61 postcode area.

The Orchards School Primary Good 0.5 miles Dodford First School Primary Good 0.7 miles Pear Tree Children's Centre 1 miles Catshill Middle School Middle deemed secondary 1.2 miles Meadows First School Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles Parkside Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 1.2 miles Meadows First School Primary 1.2 miles Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College Not applicable Outstanding 1.2 miles Chadsgrove School Not applicable 1.2 miles Tulip Tree Children's Centre 1.3 miles Catshill First School Primary 1.3 miles St John's Church of England Middle School Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 1.4 miles

Household Income in Alfred's Well ONS 2023

The average total household income in Alfred's Well is approximately £53,445 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,527. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Alfred's Well £53,445
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,527.

Businesses in Alfred's Well ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,102 active businesses based in Alfred's Well, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,102 Total businesses
45 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Alfred's Well IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alfred's Well 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 20%
4,647 Children (0-15) 19%
15,001 Working Age 61%
5,079 Older (65+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.1% 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 Alfred's Well 247 crimes · July 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Alfred's Well is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 114
Anti-Social Behaviour 46
Public Order 20
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Other Theft 10
Shoplifting 10
Burglary 9
Theft from Person 4
Vehicle Crime 4
Weapons 3
Robbery 3
Other Crime 3
Bicycle Theft 1
Drugs 1
Local Policing
West Mercia Bromsgrove North and Rural Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bromsgrove Train Station 2.4 miles
Barnt Green Train Station 3.9 miles
Alvechurch Train Station 4.9 miles
Longbridge Train Station 5.3 miles
Blakedown Train Station 5.5 miles
Hagley Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Worms Ash 0 yards Perryfields 0.6 miles Park Gate 0.9 miles Dodford 0.9 miles Catshill 0.9 miles Sidemoor 0.9 miles Bournheath 1.2 miles Bromsgrove 1.4 miles Stoney Hill 1.8 miles Timberhonger 1.8 miles Upper Catshill 1.8 miles Dordale 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Bromsgrove
County Worcestershire
Ward Tardebigge
Constituency Bromsgrove
Parish Bentley Pauncefoot
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Alfred's Well

Of the 10,498 households in and around Alfred's Well, 71% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 16% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Alfred's Well.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alfred's Well

What is the population of Alfred's Well?
Alfred's Well has a population of approximately 24,723 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Alfred's Well?
The average property in and around Alfred's Well sold for about £305,803, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 12% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Alfred's Well a deprived area?
Alfred's Well sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Alfred's Well?
Alfred's Well is covered by the B61 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Alfred's Well?
There are 53 schools within 5 miles of Alfred's Well, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Alfred's Well?
The nearest railway station to Alfred's Well is Bromsgrove Train Station, about 2.4 miles away.

Streets in B61 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Road 1 Aintree Close 1 Albert Road 2 Alderley Road 1 Alexander Close 1 Alfreds Well 1 All Saint's Road 2 All Saints Place 1 Andressy Mews 1 Appletrees Crescent 3 Arlingham Avenue 4 Ascot Way 1 Ash Drive 1 Aspens Way 1 B4091 1 Barley Mow Lane 2 Barnfield Road 1 Barnsley Hall Drive 2 Barnsley Hall Road 1 Barnsley Road 1 Bartholemews Lane 1 Beech Road 5 Beechcroft Drive 1 Beehive Close 1 Belle Vue Close 1 Belvedere Drive 1 Berrow View 1 Berry Lane 8 Bewell Head 3 Birmingham Road 30

Postcodes in B61 50 shown View all postcodes

B61 0AA B61 0AB B61 0AE B61 0AF B61 0AG B61 0AH B61 0AJ B61 0AL B61 0AN B61 0AP B61 0AQ B61 0AR B61 0AS B61 0AT B61 0AU B61 0AW B61 0AX B61 0AY B61 0AZ B61 0BA B61 0BB B61 0BD B61 0BE B61 0BF B61 0BG B61 0BH B61 0BJ B61 0BL B61 0BN B61 0BP B61 0BQ B61 0BS B61 0BT B61 0BU B61 0BW B61 0BX B61 0DA B61 0DB B61 0DD B61 0DF B61 0DH B61 0DJ B61 0DL B61 0DP B61 0DQ B61 0DR B61 0DS B61 0DT B61 0DU B61 0DW