Is DY9 0BN a safe place to live?

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

How much do houses cost in DY9 0BN?

The average property price in DY9 0BN is currently around £860k.

What is the population of DY9 0BN?

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

Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

DRAYTON, DY9 0BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAYTON, DY9 0BN.

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 0BN 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

DY9 0BN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £860k, 67% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

DY9 0BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Drayton, 0.2km from Drayton in Wyre Forest. Administratively it sits within Wyre Forest Rural ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

For families considering a move, DY9 0BN represents 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. Property: Prices average £860k.

Census 2021 statistics for DY9 0BN 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 0BN. 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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 860,000

1 sales · Mean £ 860,000

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

DY9 0BN 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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Blakedown3.7 km
Hagley4.6 km
Kidderminster6.8 km