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Area guide

WR4 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the WR4 postcode area, covering Worcester and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

WR4 area price snapshot

Average price

£156,231

Median price

£130,000

5-year trend

+27.3%

Total sales

15,754

The WR4 area has 497 individual postcodes with 15,754 registered sales. Prices are +60.6% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Worcester. The five-year price movement is +27.3%.

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

WR4 averages £156,231, placing it in the affordable category, +60.6% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 15,754 recorded sales across 497 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in WR4 is +27.3%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for WR4

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in WR4 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in WR4.
  • 🏘️Explore Worcester. Much of the WR4 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 WR4 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 WR4

WR4 0DA

£130,907 avg · 261 sales

WR4 0LP

£105,934 avg · 193 sales

WR4 0RP

£151,086 avg · 191 sales

WR4 0LL

£137,452 avg · 186 sales

WR4 0DN

£119,672 avg · 171 sales

WR4 0NZ

£146,534 avg · 146 sales

WR4 0PE

£117,298 avg · 143 sales

WR4 9EH

£149,235 avg · 139 sales

WR4 0RD

£207,935 avg · 137 sales

View all 497 postcodes in WR4 →

Useful tools for WR4 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£625

Avg £156,231 in WR4

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 WR4 with other areas

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Worcester data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This WR4 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 WR4?

The average sold price in the WR4 postcode area is £156,231, based on 15,754 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Worcester.

How do WR4 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in WR4 average £156,231, which is +60.6% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in WR4 lower than the average?

The median price (£130,000) is 16.8% below the average (£156,231), 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 WR4 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in WR4 have moved +27.3% 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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