DY11 5AP is a safe, established residential area on Franche Road, 0.4km from Franche in Kidderminster. Administratively it sits within Franche & Habberley North ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.
For families considering a move, DY11 5AP represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k.
Census 2021 statistics for DY11 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00165475 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FRANCHE ROAD, DY11 5AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRANCHE ROAD, DY11 5AP.
352
43
£ 39,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY11 5AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 43, DY11 5AP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £347k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY11 5AP. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 295,000
3 sales · Mean £ 301,000
Semi-Detached
£ 365,250
1 sales · Mean £ 365,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY11 5AP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Catherine's CofE (VC) Primary School
Franche Primary School
Wyre Forest School
St John's CofE Primary School
Baxter College
St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School
Wolverley Sebright Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Kidderminster Carolians RFC0.7 km
- Spar0.7 km
- Argos @ Sainsburys1.0 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- Euro Garages Habberley0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Footprint Catering Ltd0.3 km
- The Three Crowns And A Sugar Loaf0.5 km
- Franche Village Sports & Social Club0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa1.0 km
- The Millside Cafe0.7 km
- Rosedene0.2 km
- The Range Home And Leisure1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Marlpool Diner - Seoul Chicken0.7 km
- Marlpool Garden0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidderminster2.3 km
- Blakedown6.2 km
- Hartlebury7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Mouse Lane0.1 km
- Mouse Lane0.1 km
- Franche Road (K'minster)- Chestnut Grove0.2 km
- Woodland Avenue0.3 km
- Supermarket Car Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DY115AP · Data under Open Government Licence