Is B38 0DT a safe place to live?

Yes, B38 0DT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 15 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of B38 0DT?

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

Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

B38 0DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B38 0DT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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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

No single demographic signal dominates B38 0DT — age 53, 77% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

B38 0DT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Headley Heath in Bromsgrove. Administratively it sits within Wythall West ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For families considering a move, B38 0DT represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for B38 0DT 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 0DT. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

B38 0DT has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2

Drugs1

Other crime1

Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Rosebank Stores0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wythall2.9 km
Kings Norton3.3 km
Whitlocks End3.8 km