# Worcester (WR1) Market Analysis Worcester's central postcode has recorded modest price appreciation at 2.7% annualised growth over five years, below the national average, whilst rental growth reached 4.9% annually over the same period. The district sits in the early gentrification stage with a trajectory score of 49.8, placing it at the 48th percentile nationally. Population growth has been minimal at 0.3% over five years, indicating limited demographic expansion despite the rental yield differential. These metrics suggest a market characterised by rental demand exceeding price momentum, with property values relatively stable. For investors and buyers, the data indicates neither significant capital appreciation nor substantial population pressure supporting future growth.
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- 1Property prices up 2.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.9% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.3% per year
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What's changing in Worcester · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.8 points this month to 48/100, driven mainly by safety.
Worcester (WR1) common questions
Is Worcester up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Worcester (WR1) as Early. Its trajectory score is 48/100 (Average), in the top 61% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Worcester safe?
Worcester has a safety score of 26/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Worcester?
The average property price in Worcester (WR1) is £266k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Worcester?
The median monthly rent in Worcester (WR1) is £936 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Worcester?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Stoke-On-Trent (ST8), Stourbridge (DY8), Stoke-On-Trent (ST7), Stoke-On-Trent (ST6), Macclesfield (SK11). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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