About Rous Lench

Rous Lench is a small village located in Worcestershire, England, within the WR11 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers a variety of scenic views, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns provide essential services and shops. The village is well-connected by road, allowing for easy access to larger towns and cities in the region. Rous Lench is a peaceful place to live or visit, with a close-knit community atmosphere that highlights the simplicity of rural life in England.

School Ratings in Rous Lench

Rous Lench is served by 9 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 Rous 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 Rous Lench

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

Deprivation and Employment in Rous Lench

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rous 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 Rous Lench

Most properties in Rous 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 9 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
Church Lench CofE First School Primary 1.6 miles Flyford Flavell Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Inkberrow Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Dunnington CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Harvington CofE First School Primary Outstanding 3.7 miles Salford Priors CofE Academy Primary 3.7 miles Upton Snodsbury CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Fladbury CofE Primary School and Preschool Primary 4.6 miles Pinvin CofE Academy Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Rous Lench IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rous 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 Rous Lench 222 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Rous 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
West Mercia Droitwich Town East and Rural East 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

Evesham Train Station 5.9 miles
Worcestershire Parkway Train Station 7.3 miles
Honeybourne Train Station 8.2 miles
Redditch Train Station 8.9 miles
Droitwich Spa Train Station 9.7 miles
Worcester Shrub Hill Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Goom's Hill 0.9 miles Abberton 1.2 miles Ab Lench 1.2 miles Church Lench 1.4 miles Radford 1.4 miles Abbots Morton 1.4 miles Kington 1.8 miles Flyford Flavell 2 miles Morton Spirt 2 miles Stonepits 2 miles Bishampton 2.2 miles Knighton 2.2 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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