DY10 1HB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Hoobrook in Kidderminster. Administratively it sits within Aggborough & Spennells ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.
For families considering a move, DY10 1HB represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 97% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DY10 1HB are sourced from Output Area E00165340 (shared with 205 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DY10 1HB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DY10 1HB.
350
50
£ 45,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY10 1HB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DY10 1HB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 97% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY10 1HB. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY10 1HB has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Foley Park Primary Academy
Heronswood Primary School
Birchen Coppice Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- B And M Retail0.7 km
- Bee Thai Food0.0 km
- Hoobrook Stores0.4 km
- Sam Stores0.8 km
- Sweets4Gifts0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Smithys Cafe0.2 km
- TJ's Cabin0.7 km
- Elior UK At Wyre Forest Community Housing0.7 km
- Starbucks Kidderminster Drive Thru1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chip Inn0.4 km
- Foley Fish Bar0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- McDonalds0.2 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Aldi0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Viaduct Tavern0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidderminster1.6 km
- Hartlebury4.5 km
- Blakedown6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Road No 10.1 km
- Harlech Way0.2 km
- Harlech Way0.3 km
- Kidderminster- Wilden LaneSTOP CODE NOT USED0.3 km
- Hoobrook Island0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DY101HB · Data under Open Government Licence