Is DY9 0BL a safe place to live?

Yes, DY9 0BL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DY9 0BL?

The population for the DY9 0BL area is approximately 287 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

BARROW HILL, DY9 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARROW HILL, DY9 0BL.

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

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Population

287

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY9 0BL 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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4/10

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4/10

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8/10

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2/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 48, DY9 0BL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DY9 0BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barrow Hill, 0.4km from Drayton in Wyre Forest. Administratively it sits within Wyre Forest Rural ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DY9 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00165408 (shared with 34 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 DY9 0BL. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

DY9 0BL has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

Belbroughton CofE Primary School

Good176 pupils1.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Blakedown4.0 km
Hagley4.8 km
Kidderminster7.0 km