Is B38 0DU a safe place to live?

Yes, B38 0DU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in B38 0DU?

The average property price in B38 0DU is currently around £490k.

What is the population of B38 0DU?

The population for the B38 0DU area is approximately 334 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

MIDDLE LANE, B38 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDDLE LANE, B38 0DU.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,100 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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8/10

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6/10

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7/10

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7/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. B38 0DU's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £490k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £490k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

B38 0DU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Middle Lane, 0.7km from Headley Heath in Bromsgrove. Administratively it sits within Wythall West ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

For serious buyers, B38 0DU is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k.

Census 2021 statistics for B38 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00163904 (shared with 24 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 B38 0DU. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.5%

Asian / British Asian5.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.6%

Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 490,000

1 sales · Mean £ 490,000

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

B38 0DU has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Drugs1

Other crime1

Public order1

Violence and sexual offences1

Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Rosebank Stores0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wythall2.7 km
Earlswood (West Midlands)3.6 km
Kings Norton3.7 km