DY11 5DW is a safe, established residential area on Gardeners Close, 0.7km from Franche in Kidderminster. Administratively it sits within Franche & Habberley North ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £206k, up 16.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY11 5DW are sourced from Output Area E00165474 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GARDENERS CLOSE, DY11 5DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARDENERS CLOSE, DY11 5DW.
289
45
£ 39,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DY11 5DW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 88% 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. Property prices are trending up 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY11 5DW. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 191,800
9 sales · Mean £ 193,644
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY11 5DW has low crime rates — 20 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
St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School
Baxter College
Wolverley Sebright Primary Academy
St Ambrose Catholic Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Kidderminster Carolians RFC0.5 km
- Spar0.5 km
- Argos @ Sainsburys0.7 km
- Wyre Forest Adult Placement1.0 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Footprint Catering Ltd0.1 km
- St Johns Club0.9 km
- The Three Crowns And A Sugar Loaf0.7 km
- Franche Village Sports & Social Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe Masala Restaurant & Takeaway0.8 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Nittys Kitchen0.8 km
- The Millside Cafe0.4 km
- Rosedene0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Fortune Court0.8 km
- Marlpool Diner - Seoul Chicken0.5 km
- Phat Smash Burgers N Curries0.8 km
- The New Golden Wok0.8 km
- Marlpool Garden0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidderminster2.0 km
- Blakedown5.8 km
- Hartlebury7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Beechfield Drive0.1 km
- Marlpool Road(K'minster)-STOP CODE NOT USED0.1 km
- Beechfield Drive0.1 km
- Marlpool Lane Stores0.1 km
- Rugby Club0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DY115DW · Data under Open Government Licence