About Upper Wick

Upper Wick is a small village located in Worcestershire, England, within the WR2 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. It is surrounded by the natural landscape typical of the English countryside, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. The village is conveniently situated near the city of Worcester, which offers a wider range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Upper Wick is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to and from nearby urban centres. The local community is close-knit, and the area reflects a traditional English village lifestyle.

School Ratings in Upper Wick

There are 68 schools in and around Upper Wick. Pitmaston Primary School and Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Upper Wick

The average property price is £308K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £251K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upper Wick

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Upper Wick, with 107 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Wick

Upper Wick sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Upper Wick

Broadband speeds in Upper Wick are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,579 sales

Average Price £308K
£1K — £5.44M
Detached £413K 1,555
Semi £251K 1,716
Terraced £212K 963
Flat £144K 201

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

40 Primary
6 Secondary
22 Other
Rushwick CofE Primary School Primary 175 yards Tudor Way Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Honeywell Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Pitmaston Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary Primary 1 miles Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit Outstanding 1.1 miles Christopher Whitehead Language College Secondary 1.1 miles St Clement's CofE Primary Primary 1.3 miles Oldbury Park Primary School Primary 1.3 miles University of Worcester Good 1.4 miles Powick CofE Primary School Primary 1.4 miles The King's School 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Wick IMD 2025

Upper Wick sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,447 Children (0-15) 16%
25,168 Working Age 61%
12,033 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.6% 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 Upper Wick 649 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Upper Wick sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

236 Violence & Sexual Offences
107 Shoplifting
94 Anti-Social Behaviour
46 Other Theft
45 Criminal Damage & Arson
28 Public Order
19 Burglary
18 Drugs
15 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Crime
11 Bicycle Theft
11 Robbery
5 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
West Mercia Kempsey and Alfrick 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

Worcester Foregate Street Train Station 1.9 miles
Worcester Shrub Hill Train Station 2.3 miles
Malvern Link Train Station 4.6 miles
Worcestershire Parkway Train Station 5.3 miles
Great Malvern Train Station 5.5 miles
Droitwich Spa Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rushwick 0.6 miles Broadmore Green 0.6 miles Wick Episcopi 0.6 miles Dawshill 0.6 miles Lower Wick 0.9 miles St John's 0.9 miles Crown East 0.9 miles Diglis 1.2 miles Dines Green 1.2 miles Collett's Green 1.2 miles King's End 1.2 miles Bowling Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Worcester
County Worcestershire
Ward Bedwardine
Constituency Worcester
Parish Worcester, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in WR2 30 shown View all streets

A44 1 A443 9 A449 1 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 3 Abbey Trail 1 Abbots Close 2 Alberta Close 1 Alexander Road 1 Alton Park 1 Ambrose Close 1 Andrew Close 1 Ankerdine Road 1 Arlington Grange 1 Ashdown Close 1 Ashford Road 6 Austen Close 1 Avenue Road 1 B4204 5 Banks Close 1 Baradene Lane 1 Barn Close 1 Bastonford 1 Baveney Road 2 Beaconhill Drive 2 Beauchamp Lane 2 Beaver Close 1 Bedwardine Road 1 Beech Tree Way 2 Bell Close 2

Postcodes in WR2 50 shown View all postcodes

WR2 4AA WR2 4AB WR2 4AD WR2 4AE WR2 4AF WR2 4AG WR2 4AH WR2 4AJ WR2 4AL WR2 4AN WR2 4AP WR2 4AQ WR2 4AR WR2 4AS WR2 4AT WR2 4AU WR2 4AW WR2 4AX WR2 4AY WR2 4AZ WR2 4BA WR2 4BB WR2 4BD WR2 4BE WR2 4BF WR2 4BG WR2 4BH WR2 4BJ WR2 4BN WR2 4BP WR2 4BQ WR2 4BS WR2 4BT WR2 4BU WR2 4BW WR2 4BX WR2 4BY WR2 4BZ WR2 4DA WR2 4DB WR2 4DD WR2 4DE WR2 4DF WR2 4DG WR2 4DH WR2 4DJ WR2 4DL WR2 4DN WR2 4DP WR2 4DQ