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About Brook End
Brook End is a small settlement located in Worcestershire, England, within the WR5 postcode area. It lies to the north of the town of Stourport-on-Severn and is situated near the River Stour. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older and more modern housing. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, serving the community. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking routes along the river and through nearby fields. The village is well-connected by road, with the A449 passing close by, providing access to nearby towns and cities. Brook End retains a quiet, rural character while benefiting from its proximity to larger centres.
School Ratings in Brook End
Brook End is served by 55 schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brook End
Property prices average £307K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £381K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brook End
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Brook End, with 79 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brook End
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brook End 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 Brook End
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Brook End, the nearest being Acorns Children's Hospice (2 miles away).
Local Data for Brook End
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Property Prices 5,319 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WR5 postcode area.
Household Income in Brook End ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brook End is approximately £57,067 a year before tax, 3% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,720. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,720.
Businesses in Brook End ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,038 active businesses based in Brook End, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brook End IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brook End 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.
Crime in Brook End 604 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Brook End 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brook End
Of the 13,250 households in and around Brook End, 72% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brook End.