WorcesterWR3
Worcester · West Midlands
WR3 in Worcester demonstrates moderate market characteristics across key metrics. Five-year price growth averaged 1.7% annually, while rental growth outpaced this at 4.4% CAGR, suggesting stronger income-generation potential than capital appreciation. Population increased by 1.4% over the same period. The district scores 47.3 out of 100 on trajectory analysis, placing it in the 33rd percentile nationally. Currently classified as pre-cursor gentrification stage, WR3 shows the early indicators typical of areas before significant urban renewal or demographic shifts occur. These metrics indicate a stable rather than dynamic market, with rental yields potentially offsetting limited price growth for investors prioritising income streams.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 1.1% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.4% per year
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What's changing in Worcester · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.7 points this month to 46/100, driven mainly by safety.
Worcester (WR3) common questions
Is Worcester up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Worcester (WR3) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 46/100 (Average), in the top 74% of districts nationally. The score is down 5.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Worcester safe?
Worcester has a safety score of 17/100 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 (WR3) is £296k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.1% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Worcester?
The median monthly rent in Worcester (WR3) is £918 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Worcester?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Worcester (WR4), Gloucester (GL1), Worcester (WR2), Worcester (WR5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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