Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

BRIDGNORTH ROAD, DY7 5BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGNORTH ROAD, DY7 5BG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

495

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY7 5BG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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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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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DY7 5BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

DY7 5BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bridgnorth Road, 0.5km from Stourton in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Kinver ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, DY7 5BG represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DY7 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00151074 (shared with 50 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 DY7 5BG. The average age is 54.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

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

DY7 5BG has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson1
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Candy Cabin0.6 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Dunsley Hall0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Harleys Smokehouse Ltd0.8 km
  • Willow Tree Tea Rooms0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stourbridge4.3 km
  • Stourbridge Town4.6 km
  • Stourbridge Junction5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridgnorth Road0.4 km
  • Bridgnorth Road0.4 km
  • Bridgnorth Road0.4 km