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Location in WorcestershireBank's Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

34,406
Population
13,653
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
77
Schools nearby
£51,617
Avg. household income
1,275
Businesses
1,280
People per km²
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About Bank's Green

Bank's Green is a small settlement located in Worcestershire, England, within the B97 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 and traditional English landscape. While it is not a large village, it has a small community with local amenities and a sense of close-knit neighbourliness. The surrounding area offers access to walking trails and scenic views, typical of the Worcestershire countryside. The village is situated near the border with Shropshire, making it a convenient spot for those exploring the wider region. Its location provides a balance between rural tranquillity and proximity to larger towns and transport links.

School Ratings in Bank's Green

Families in Bank's Green have access to 77 local schools. Cherry Trees Children's Centre and St Augustine's Catholic High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Bank's Green

Homes sell for an average of £274K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £371K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bank's Green

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Bank's Green, with 41 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bank's Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bank's Green around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Bank's Green

There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Bank's Green, the nearest being Hmp Hewell (1.6 miles away).

Local Data for Bank's Green

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Property Prices 5,497 sales

Average Price £274K
£250 , £20M
Detached £371K 1,814
Semi £241K 1,689
Terraced £201K 1,062
Flat £126K 676

Schools & Education 77 within 5 miles View all schools

36 Primary
18 Secondary
23 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 1
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the B97 postcode area.

Tardebigge CofE First School Primary Good 1 miles Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic First School Primary 1.7 miles Lokrum Fields Not applicable Requires Improvement 1.7 miles Webheath Academy Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Cherry Trees Children's Centre Outstanding 1.9 miles Batchley First and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Pitcheroak School Not applicable 1.9 miles Rigby Hall Day Special School Not applicable Requires Improvement 2 miles Aston Fields Middle School Middle deemed secondary 2.2 miles Birchensale Middle School Middle deemed secondary 2.4 miles Holyoakes Field First School Primary 2.4 miles Finstall First School Primary 2.5 miles

Household Income in Bank's Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bank's Green is approximately £51,617 a year before tax, 7% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,664. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bank's Green £51,617
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,664.

Businesses in Bank's Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,275 active businesses based in Bank's Green, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,275 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bank's Green IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bank's Green are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 18%
6,400 Children (0-15) 19%
21,654 Working Age 63%
6,362 Older (65+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.4% 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 Bank's Green 345 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bank's Green are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 169
Shoplifting 41
Criminal Damage & Arson 39
Other Theft 24
Burglary 20
Public Order 16
Vehicle Crime 14
Drugs 6
Bicycle Theft 5
Robbery 5
Weapons 2
Theft from Person 2
Other Crime 2
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 6 stations

Bromsgrove Train Station 2 miles
Redditch Train Station 2.7 miles
Alvechurch Train Station 3.4 miles
Barnt Green Train Station 4 miles
Longbridge Train Station 6.4 miles
Wythall Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Upper Bentley 0.6 miles Foxlydiate 1.2 miles Tardebigge 1.2 miles Upper Gambolds 1.4 miles Webheath 1.4 miles Lower Bentley 1.4 miles St Godwalds 1.8 miles Foster's Green 1.8 miles Stoke Pound 1.9 miles Batchley 1.9 miles Broad Green 1.9 miles Woodgate 2 miles

Local Government

District Redditch
County Worcestershire
Ward Abbey
Constituency Redditch
Parish Redditch, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Bank's Green

Of the 14,518 households in and around Bank's Green, 70% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 16% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bank's Green

What is the population of Bank's Green?
Bank's Green has a population of approximately 34,406 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bank's Green?
The average property in and around Bank's Green sold for about £274,033, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 22% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bank's Green a deprived area?
Bank's Green 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 Bank's Green?
Bank's Green is covered by the B97 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bank's Green?
There are 77 schools within 5 miles of Bank's Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bank's Green?
The nearest railway station to Bank's Green is Bromsgrove Train Station, about 2 miles away.

Streets in B97 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 2 Acre Lane 1 Albert Street 1 Alderbrook Close 1 Aldermans Lane 1 Alfrick Close 1 Almondsbury Close 1 Alton Close 1 Ambergate Close 1 Angel Street 1 Appletree Lane 3 Ash Tree Road 4 Ashmores Close 1 Ashton Close 1 Aspall Close 1 Austcliff Close 1 Avonbank Close 1 Banks Green 2 Banners Lane 2 Barston Street 1 Bascote Close 2 Batchley Road 5 Bates Hill 3 Baxterley Close 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Belmont Close 1 Bentley Close 1 Bentley Lane 1 Bilbury Close 2 Birchensale Road 1

Postcodes in B97 50 shown View all postcodes

B97 4AB B97 4AD B97 4AH B97 4AJ B97 4AL B97 4AN B97 4AP B97 4AT B97 4AU B97 4AW B97 4AX B97 4AY B97 4BA B97 4BB B97 4BD B97 4BE B97 4BF B97 4BG B97 4BH B97 4BJ B97 4BL B97 4BN B97 4BP B97 4BS B97 4BT B97 4BU B97 4BW B97 4BY B97 4DA B97 4DE B97 4DG B97 4DH B97 4DL B97 4DQ B97 4DU B97 4DY B97 4EA B97 4EE B97 4EF B97 4EG B97 4EJ B97 4EN B97 4EQ B97 4ET B97 4EX B97 4EY B97 4FD B97 4FE B97 4FF B97 4HA