Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

MOUSE LANE, DY11 5BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUSE LANE, DY11 5BD.

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Population

352

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY11 5BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

DY11 5BD is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DY11 5BD is a safe, established residential area on Mouse Lane, 0.3km from Franche in Kidderminster. Administratively it sits within Franche & Habberley North ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

For families considering a move, DY11 5BD represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DY11 5BD are sourced from Output Area E00165475 (shared with 9 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 DY11 5BD. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

DY11 5BD has low crime rates — 31 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.

Violence and sexual offences53
Anti-social behaviour43
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft9
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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Franche Primary School

Good914 pupils0.1 km
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St Catherine's CofE (VC) Primary School

Good417 pupils0.4 km
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Wyre Forest School

Good299 pupils0.9 km
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Baxter College

Good804 pupils1.0 km
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St John's CofE Primary School

Good334 pupils1.1 km
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Wolverley Sebright Primary Academy

Good184 pupils1.5 km
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St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School

Requires Improvement203 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Kidderminster Carolians RFC0.8 km
  • Spar0.8 km
  • Costcutter0.8 km
  • Euro Garages Habberley0.3 km
  • The White Cakery0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Footprint Catering Ltd0.5 km
  • The Three Crowns And A Sugar Loaf0.4 km
  • Franche Village Sports & Social Club0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Millside Cafe0.8 km
  • Rosedene0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Marlpool Diner - Seoul Chicken0.8 km
  • Marlpool Garden0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidderminster2.4 km
  • Blakedown6.3 km
  • Hartlebury7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Mouse Lane0.1 km
  • Mouse Lane0.1 km
  • Supermarket Car Park0.1 km
  • Supermarket0.2 km
  • Supermarket0.2 km