DY12 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Westbourne Street, 0.4km from Bewdley in Bewdley. Administratively it sits within Wribbenhall & Arley ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DY12, DY12 1BS offers 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 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DY12 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00165660 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTBOURNE STREET, DY12 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTBOURNE STREET, DY12 1BS.
255
54
£ 40,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DY12 1BS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £290k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY12 1BS. The average age is 54.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 295,000
5 sales · Mean £ 276,000
Detached
£ 480,000
1 sales · Mean £ 480,000
Terraced
£ 200,000
13 sales · Mean £ 206,053
Flat
£ 295,000
1 sales · Mean £ 295,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY12 1BS has low crime rates — 36 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
The Bewdley School
Bewdley Primary School
St Anne's CofE VC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Co-op Food - Petrol Bewdley Bridge0.1 km
- Riverside Children's Centre0.4 km
- SAP Retail (Garage)0.0 km
- Teddy Grays0.3 km
- Andrew Francis Butchers0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Mo's Bar0.4 km
- The George Hotel0.4 km
- The Great Western0.2 km
- The Little Pack Horse0.4 km
- The Old Waggon & Horses0.7 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Bloom & Blender0.5 km
- Happy Staffie Rescue0.5 km
- Kimmy Loves Cake0.4 km
- Load Streat0.3 km
- Ripleys0.4 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Co-Op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Ashley's Bakery0.4 km
- Golden Country0.4 km
- Lamp Signature0.5 km
- Catchems End Fish Bar0.7 km
- Mei Sum0.5 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Kateshill House0.6 km
- Bank House Bed And Breakfast0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kidderminster4.9 km
- Hartlebury7.6 km
- Blakedown9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bewdley Viaduct0.1 km
- Black Boy Inn0.1 km
- Bewdley Viaduct0.1 km
- Severn Valley Railway Station0.2 km
- Grey Green Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DY121BS · Data under Open Government Licence