Is B38 0BS a safe place to live?

Yes, B38 0BS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in B38 0BS?

The average property price in B38 0BS is currently around £790k.

What is the population of B38 0BS?

The population for the B38 0BS area is approximately 334 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

DARK LANE, B38 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARK LANE, B38 0BS.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,100 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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6/10

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7/10

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7/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, B38 0BS combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£790k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B38 0BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dark Lane, 0.2km from Headley Heath in Bromsgrove. Administratively it sits within Wythall West ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For serious buyers, B38 0BS is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £790k.

Census 2021 statistics for B38 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00163904 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B38 0BS. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.5%

Asian / British Asian5.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.6%

Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 790,000

1 sales · Mean £ 790,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B38 0BS has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

The Oaks Primary School

Good371 pupils1.4 km

St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good188 pupils1.4 km

Bells Farm Primary School

Outstanding203 pupils1.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kings Norton2.9 km
Wythall3.1 km
Whitlocks End3.8 km