Postcode Analysis Bromsgrove, West Midlands

HOARSTONE, DY8 2XF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOARSTONE, DY8 2XF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

517

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 57,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY8 2XF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DY8 2XF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £444k, 86% 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.

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

DY8 2XF is a sought-after residential area on Hoarstone, 0.6km from Hagley, West in Hagley. Administratively it sits within Hagley West ward and the Bromsgrove constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DY8, DY8 2XF offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £444k. 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 DY8 2XF are sourced from Output Area E00163932 (shared with 14 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 DY8 2XF. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 370,000

5 sales · Mean £ 404,499

Terraced

£ 465,000

1 sales · Mean £ 465,000

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

DY8 2XF has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary2
Other crime1
Robbery1

school Local Schools

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Hagley Catholic High School

Good1094 pupils0.4 km
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Haybridge High School and Sixth Form

Good1208 pupils0.5 km
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Hagley Primary School

Good629 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Spar Store0.7 km
  • Subway Within Spar0.7 km
  • Deli In The Village0.7 km
  • Shell Cross Keys0.8 km
  • Victoria Wine0.7 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Coffee & Clay0.7 km
  • Cup Coffee Shop0.7 km
  • Shenapur0.7 km
  • Fig And Favour0.8 km
  • New Delhi0.7 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Our Plaice In Hagley0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Station Inn0.7 km
  • The King Arthur0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hagley0.5 km
  • Blakedown2.2 km
  • Stourbridge Junction3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Hagley RC High School0.4 km