DY6 0BD is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Greensforge in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Himley and Swindon ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents here average 70 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for DY6 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00151050 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DY6 0BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DY6 0BD.
145
70
£ 46,100 /yr
18%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY6 0BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DY6 0BD is a settled retirement community — average age 70, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY6 0BD. The average age is 70.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
school Local Schools
St John's CofE (C) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Emma Baker Catering At DK Rugby Club0.9 km
- Navigation Inn0.7 km
- Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Football Club0.9 km
- Hinksford Arms0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hinksford Farm Shop0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stourbridge6.3 km
- Stourbridge Town6.6 km
- Lye7.7 km
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Postcode Profile: DY60BD · Data under Open Government Licence