DY14 0BU is a well-regarded residential area located 0.7km from Southwood in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Cleobury Mortimer ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For serious buyers, DY14 0BU is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
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 DY14 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00147696 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DY14 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DY14 0BU.
305
51
£ 40,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DY14 0BU combines high owner-occupation (85%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY14 0BU. The average age is 50.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ludlow13.9 km
- Kidderminster18.7 km
- Hartlebury20.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DY140BU · Data under Open Government Licence