England's women clinched their first Ashes series in 42 years with a six-wicket triumph over Australia in the second and final Test in Worcester on Friday.

England seam bowler Katherine Brunt took four for 64 to help dismiss Australia for 232 in their second innings after the visitors resumed on their overnight score of 179 for seven.

The hosts then survived a few scares before reaching their victory target of 75 for the loss of four wickets on the fourth and final day.

England were reduced to three for two at lunch and slipped to 39 for four early in the afternoon session after Clare Connor, for 13, and Charlotte Edwards, for 24, were both removed.

However, Arran Brindle (24 not out) and Lydia Greenway (10 not out) steered England to their first victory over Australia since December 1984.

The first Test at Hove was drawn.

Scores: Australia 131 and 232, England 289 and 75-4.