DY6 0BB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km from Hinksford in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Himley and Swindon ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, DY6 0BB represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 70 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DY6 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00151050 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DY6 0BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DY6 0BB.
145
70
£ 46,100 /yr
18%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY6 0BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DY6 0BB is a settled retirement community — average age 70, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY6 0BB. The average age is 70.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY6 0BB has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St John's CofE (C) Primary School
Church of the Ascension CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Emma Baker Catering At DK Rugby Club0.7 km
- Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Football Club0.7 km
- Green Man Inn0.9 km
- Hinksford Arms0.3 km
- The Old Bush0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Hinksford Farm Shop0.4 km
- Swindon Convenience Store0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mr Smiths Fish Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stourbridge6.4 km
- Stourbridge Town6.7 km
- Dudley7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Hinksford Arms PH0.2 km
- Hinksford Arms PH0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DY60BB · Data under Open Government Licence