Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

DY12 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DY12 1DP.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /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: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DY12 1DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

DY12 1DP is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Wribbenhall in Bewdley. Administratively it sits within Wribbenhall & Arley ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DY12, DY12 1DP offers 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 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% 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 24 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 DY12 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00165660 (shared with 8 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 1DP. The average age is 54.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

DY12 1DP has low crime rates — 24 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft6
Public order5
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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The Bewdley School

Good981 pupils0.3 km
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Bewdley Primary School

Good486 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Karina's Kitchen @ Old Waggon \& Horses Inn0.6 km
  • Bewdley Cricket Club0.5 km
  • Bewdley Institute0.6 km
  • Cock And Magpie0.6 km
  • The Horn & Trumpet0.7 km
  • + 13 more
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Catchems End Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Mei Sum0.7 km
  • Merchants Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Ashley's Bakery0.5 km
  • Golden Country0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Andrew Francis Butchers0.6 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Bewdley Farm Shop0.7 km
  • Salon 4 Hair And Beauty0.5 km
  • Co-op Food - Petrol Bewdley Bridge0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Kateshill House0.6 km
  • Bank House Bed And Breakfast0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Chang Thai River0.5 km
  • Mrs Chill's0.5 km
  • Severn Valley Guest House And Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Just Love At Clementines0.5 km
  • Piccolos0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Tesco0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidderminster4.7 km
  • Hartlebury7.4 km
  • Blakedown9.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Severn Valley Railway Station Forecourt0.0 km
  • Bewdley (Severn Valley Railway)0.1 km
  • Severn Valley Railway Station0.1 km
  • Severn Valley Railway Station0.1 km
  • Bewdley Viaduct0.2 km