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Redditch

district, England, United Kingdom
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Redditch
Redditch Town center of Redditch, Worcestershire, England.

Redditch is a town and district located in Worcestershire, England, situated in the valley of the River Arrow. It was designated as a new town in 1965 to accommodate the overspill population from Birmingham.1

Historically, Redditch has been known for its manufacturing of needles, fishing tackle, springs, bicycles, and motorcycles. In 1994, the town became the birthplace of globally recognized singer and actor Harry Styles. The population of Redditch was estimated at 87,059 in 2023.1

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