WR4 Worcester has experienced modest capital appreciation over the past five years, with prices growing at a compound annual rate of 1.7%, while rental yields have outpaced this trajectory at 4.4% annually. The district scores 48.9 out of 100 on relative performance metrics, placing it at the 42nd percentile nationally. Population expansion of 1.4% over five years indicates gradual demographic growth. Early-stage gentrification characteristics suggest the area is in preliminary phases of urban renewal and investment activity. These metrics indicate a market where rental income has grown faster than property values, which may be relevant to investors prioritising yield over capital appreciation.
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- 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 0.3 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by risk.
Worcester (WR4) common questions
Is Worcester up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Worcester (WR4) as Early. Its trajectory score is 49/100 (Average), in the top 58% of districts nationally. The score is down 3.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Worcester safe?
Worcester has a safety score of 52/100 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 (WR4) 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 (WR4) is £918 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Worcester?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Worcester (WR3), Gloucester (GL1), Worcester (WR5), Worcester (WR2). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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