Radon Risk in Worcestershire

Last reviewed: March 2026 · Data: BGS Indicative Atlas v3.

29 postcode districts · 2 classified High or above · Average risk class: 1.5 / 5

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and the second largest cause of lung cancer in the UK. Risk varies significantly by location — the areas below show how Worcestershire compares. 2 districts in Worcestershire are classified High risk or above — testing is strongly recommended in these areas.

All Districts in Worcestershire

District Risk Level % Homes
WR14 Very High 5–10%
DY12 High 3–5%
B60 Moderate 1–3%
B61 Moderate 1–3%
DY10 Moderate 1–3%
DY11 Moderate 1–3%
DY13 Moderate 1–3%
WR10 Moderate 1–3%
WR11 Moderate 1–3%
WR13 Moderate 1–3%
WR15 Moderate 1–3%
WV98 Moderate 1–3%
B47 Low <1%
B48 Low <1%
B96 Low <1%
B97 Low <1%
B98 Low <1%
WR1 Low <1%
WR12 Low <1%
WR2 Low <1%
WR3 Low <1%
WR4 Low <1%
WR5 Low <1%
WR6 Low <1%
WR7 Low <1%
WR78 Low <1%
WR8 Low <1%
WR9 Low <1%
WR99 Low <1%

Get a Radon Test for Worcestershire

The only way to know your home's radon level is to test. Radon levels in Worcestershire are classified as Moderate — a test takes 3 months and costs around £29.

UKRadon Postal Test Kit
From ~£29 · 3-month detector Airthings Corentium Home (Amazon UK)
~£99 · Digital · Ongoing monitoring

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