Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

DARK LANE, B47 5BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARK LANE, B47 5BX.

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Population

263

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B47 5BX's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

B47 5BX is a sought-after residential area on Dark Lane, 0.8km from Hollywood in Hollywood. Administratively it sits within Hollywood ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For serious buyers, B47 5BX is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 90% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for B47 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00163969 (shared with 7 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 B47 5BX. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

B47 5BX has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Coppice Primary School

Good690 pupils1.0 km
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Woodrush High School

Good1012 pupils1.0 km
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Hollywood Primary School

Good402 pupils1.1 km
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St Jude's Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils1.2 km
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The Oaks Primary School

Good371 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Hickling Methodist Church0.7 km
  • Lacey's Craft Butchers0.7 km
  • Hollywood Convenience Store0.8 km
  • M.P. Honner Butchers0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Monsoon0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Jade Garden0.8 km
  • Hollywood Fish Bar0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Packhorse0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wythall2.2 km
  • Whitlocks End2.5 km
  • Shirley3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Pack Horse Inn0.4 km
  • Dark Lane0.4 km
  • Dark Lane0.4 km
  • May Lane Shops0.5 km
  • Pack Horse Inn0.5 km