Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

LODGE CLOSE, DY12 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE CLOSE, DY12 1DN.

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Population

367

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Avg Age

46

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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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DY12 1DN — age 46, 74% ownership, 24% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DY12 1DN is a safe, established residential area on Lodge Close, 0.2km from Catchems End in Bewdley. Administratively it sits within Wribbenhall & Arley ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for DY12 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00165658 (shared with 12 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 1DN. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 35%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 275,000

3 sales · Mean £ 317,000

Flat

£ 125,000

3 sales · Mean £ 115,833

Semi-Detached

£ 195,000

3 sales · Mean £ 208,333

Terraced

£ 205,000

1 sales · Mean £ 205,000

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

DY12 1DN has low crime rates — 19 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary4
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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The Bewdley School

Good981 pupils0.7 km
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Bewdley Primary School

Good486 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • West Midland Safari Park0.7 km
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Co-op Food - Petrol Bewdley Bridge0.7 km
  • Riverside Children's Centre0.7 km
  • SAP Retail (Garage)0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Karina's Kitchen @ Old Waggon \& Horses Inn0.1 km
  • Cock And Magpie1.0 km
  • Wribbenhall Social Club0.3 km
  • The Great Western0.5 km
  • The Old Waggon & Horses0.1 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Spring Grove House0.7 km
  • Chang Thai River1.0 km
  • Mrs Chill's1.0 km
  • Severn Valley Guest House And Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • Kimmy Loves Cake1.0 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Catchems End Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Ashley's Bakery1.0 km
  • Merchants Fish Bar1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bewdley The Heath Hotel1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidderminster4.3 km
  • Hartlebury7.4 km
  • Blakedown9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Catchems End0.1 km
  • Catchems End0.2 km
  • Heathfield Road0.2 km
  • Hilltop Avenue0.2 km
  • All Saints Church0.2 km