Postcode Analysis Wyre Forest, West Midlands

CASTLE LANE, DY12 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE LANE, DY12 1BX.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DY12 1BX combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£415k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £415k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

DY12 1BX is a sought-after residential area on Castle Lane, 0.3km from Wribbenhall in Bewdley. Administratively it sits within Wribbenhall & Arley ward and the Wyre Forest constituency.

For serious buyers, DY12 1BX is 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £415k. 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 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00165660 (shared with 8 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 DY12 1BX. 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

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 234,500

2 sales · Mean £ 234,500

Detached

£ 520,000

1 sales · Mean £ 520,000

Terraced

£ 184,000

1 sales · Mean £ 184,000

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

DY12 1BX has low crime rates — 23 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.

Violence and sexual offences38
Anti-social behaviour14
Other theft8
Public order4
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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The Bewdley School

Good981 pupils0.4 km
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Bewdley Primary School

Good486 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Karina's Kitchen @ Old Waggon \& Horses Inn0.4 km
  • Bewdley Cricket Club0.6 km
  • Bewdley Institute0.6 km
  • Cock And Magpie0.5 km
  • The Horn & Trumpet0.7 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Catchems End Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Mei Sum0.7 km
  • Ashley's Bakery0.5 km
  • Golden Country0.6 km
  • Lamp Signature0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Andrew Francis Butchers0.6 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Co-op Food - Petrol Bewdley Bridge0.3 km
  • Riverside Children's Centre0.4 km
  • SAP Retail (Garage)0.2 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Kateshill House0.7 km
  • Bank House Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Chang Thai River0.5 km
  • Mrs Chill's0.5 km
  • Severn Valley Guest House And Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Bloom & Blender0.7 km
  • Happy Staffie Rescue0.7 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kidderminster4.7 km
  • Hartlebury7.5 km
  • Blakedown9.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Bewdley Viaduct0.1 km
  • Grey Green Lane0.1 km
  • All Saints Church0.1 km
  • Grey Green Lane0.2 km
  • Bewdley Viaduct0.2 km