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Area guide

WR2 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the WR2 postcode area, covering Worcester and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

WR2 area price snapshot

Average price

£211,273

Median price

£195,000

5-year trend

+46.1%

Total sales

16,544

The WR2 area has 711 individual postcodes with 16,544 registered sales. Prices are +46.8% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Worcester. The five-year price movement is +46.1%.

About Worcester

A historic cathedral city with affordable housing, direct trains to London Paddington and easy access to the Malvern Hills.

🚆 Main station

Worcester Foregate Street

⏱️ London commute

~110 min by train

🏫 Notable school

The Royal Grammar School Worcester

View full Worcester property data →

Market context

With an average of £211,273, WR2 is a mid-range area, +46.8% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 16,544 recorded sales across 711 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in WR2 is +46.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for WR2

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how WR2 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in WR2.
  • 🏘️Explore Worcester. Much of the WR2 activity centres on Worcester. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the WR2 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in WR2

WR2 5PY

£125,328 avg · 135 sales

WR2 5LG

£154,572 avg · 128 sales

WR2 5FA

£245,968 avg · 118 sales

WR2 5DR

£123,919 avg · 114 sales

WR2 5NT

£119,763 avg · 101 sales

WR2 6QW

£149,484 avg · 98 sales

WR2 4HE

£167,939 avg · 95 sales

WR2 5DP

£117,280 avg · 95 sales

WR2 5LQ

£139,235 avg · 95 sales

View all 711 postcodes in WR2 →

Useful tools for WR2 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,725

Avg £211,273 in WR2

Full guide →

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare WR2 with other areas

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Worcester data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This WR2 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in WR2?

The average sold price in the WR2 postcode area is £211,273, based on 16,544 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Worcester.

How do WR2 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in WR2 average £211,273, which is +46.8% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in WR2 lower than the average?

The median price (£195,000) is 7.7% below the average (£211,273), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have WR2 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in WR2 have moved +46.1% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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