DY11 5DX is a sought-after residential area on Spindle Close, 0.8km from Franche in Kidderminster. Administratively it sits within Franche & Habberley North ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for DY11 5DX are sourced from Output Area E00165456 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPINDLE CLOSE, DY11 5DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPINDLE CLOSE, DY11 5DX.
312
46
£ 39,000 /yr
48%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DY11 5DX — age 46, 85% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY11 5DX. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 232,250
6 sales · Mean £ 230,416
Detached
£ 262,500
1 sales · Mean £ 262,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY11 5DX has low crime rates — 12 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
St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School
Wolverley Sebright Primary Academy
Franche Primary School
Wyre Forest School
St John's CofE Primary School
St Oswald's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Costcutter0.1 km
- Euro Garages Habberley0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Franche Village Sports & Social Club0.8 km
- The Three Crowns And A Sugar Loaf0.8 km
- Footprint Catering Ltd0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Rosedene0.9 km
- The Millside Cafe0.9 km
- Wyre Forest Phoenix Football Club0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Marlpool Garden0.1 km
- Marlpool Diner - Seoul Chicken0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidderminster2.2 km
- Blakedown5.5 km
- Hartlebury7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Erica Close0.1 km
- Mallory Drive0.1 km
- Mallory Drive0.1 km
- Marlpool Gardens Shops0.2 km
- Beaulieu Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DY115DX · Data under Open Government Licence