Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

KIDDERMINSTER ROAD, DY12 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KIDDERMINSTER ROAD, DY12 1AQ.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY12 1AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DY12 1AQ combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£307k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £307k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 46.7% year-on-year.

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

DY12 1AQ is a sought-after residential area on Kidderminster Road, 0.2km from Bewdley in Bewdley. Administratively it sits within Wribbenhall & Arley ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

For serious buyers, DY12 1AQ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% 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 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £307k, down 46.7% year-on-year. 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 DY12 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00165659 (shared with 16 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 DY12 1AQ. The average age is 47.7. 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 Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 290,000

6 sales · Mean £ 274,916

Flat

£ 360,000

1 sales · Mean £ 360,000

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

DY12 1AQ has low crime rates — 48 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 offences78
Anti-social behaviour26
Public order11
Shoplifting10
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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The Bewdley School

Good981 pupils0.6 km
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Bewdley Primary School

Good486 pupils0.6 km
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St Anne's CofE VC Primary School

Requires Improvement261 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Karina's Kitchen @ Old Waggon \& Horses Inn0.7 km
  • Bewdley Cricket Club0.4 km
  • Bewdley Institute0.3 km
  • Cock And Magpie0.3 km
  • The Black Boy Inn0.9 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Catchems End Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Mei Sum0.4 km
  • Ashley's Bakery0.2 km
  • Golden Country0.3 km
  • Lamp Signature0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Andrew Francis Butchers0.3 km
  • McColls0.2 km
  • Co-op Food - Petrol Bewdley Bridge0.0 km
  • Riverside Children's Centre0.6 km
  • SAP Retail (Garage)0.1 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Kateshill House0.5 km
  • Bank House Bed And Breakfast0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Chang Thai River0.2 km
  • Mrs Chill's0.2 km
  • Severn Valley Guest House And Coffee Shop0.1 km
  • Bloom & Blender0.4 km
  • Happy Staffie Rescue0.4 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Tesco0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidderminster5.0 km
  • Hartlebury7.7 km
  • Blakedown9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Black Boy Inn0.0 km
  • Bewdley Viaduct0.1 km
  • Load Street0.2 km
  • Bewdley Viaduct0.2 km
  • Load Street0.2 km