West, Malvern Hills: Jobs

Health, retail, and education are the biggest employers in West, making up roughly a third of all jobs. Manufacturing and construction also matter here. Around 4,300 residents were working at the time of the 2021 census. Health and social work was the largest sector with 641 people, followed closely by retail at 617 and education at 553. Working from home was strikingly common — 1,377 residents, nearly a third, worked mainly at home. That's a significant shift, likely shaped by the pandemic. Most people who travel to work drive. Just 61 use the train, which suggests rail commuting isn't a big part of the picture here. Walking accounts for 321 commuters, pointing to some local employment within easy reach.