We are pleased to release a transcription of the Bromsgrove Hearth Tax for 1666/7. This transcription has been kindly provided by Bromsgrove Society member Mrs Jenny Townshend from original documents held by the National Archives and The Hive, Worcester.

It lists approximately 500 individuals living in and around Bromsgrove in the mid-17th century. As well as Bromsgrove town (known as the 'Town Yield') it covers the surrounding villages & tithings: Padstone, Burcot ('Bircott'), Timberhonger ('Tymberhonger'), Chadwich ('Chadwitch'), Catshill, Fockbury, Shepley, Burneford and Woodcoat.

You can search or browse the transcription here and via our local records section.