The Quarry is in Kidderminster and in Wyre Forest district. DY10 2QD is located in the Broadwaters electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Quarry, Kidderminster, DY10 2QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY10 2QB, DY10 2PY, DY10 2QE, DY10 2PS, DY10 2QR, DY10 2QF, DY10 2QL, DY10 2RD, DY10 2XZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY10 2QD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 49.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 52.4% | 50.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.6% | 33.7% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 43.9% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 12.6% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.3% | 45.8% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 33.8% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 15.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 16.2% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 11.5% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 22.3% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 25.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.5% | 91.4% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 91% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 91% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Quarry was 50.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Aggborough & Spennells average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Quarry has the 27th lowest crime rate of 79 local areas in Aggborough & Spennells and the 160th lowest crime rate of 335 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Quarry, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2023-07-17 | £214,709 |
| 9 The Quarry, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2017-01-31 | £226,335 |
| 10 The Quarry, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2016-03-24 | £230,548 |
| 8 The Quarry, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2014-09-19 | £214,462 |
| 10 The Quarry, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2013-10-18 | £220,614 |
DY10 2QD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School Stoney Lane , DY10 2LX | - not rated | 335 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster St Mary's CofE First School Lyndhurst Drive , DY10 2PU | - not rated | 468 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School and Nursery Birmingham Road , DY10 2BX | - not rated | 703 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE School Birmingham Road , DY10 2BX | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, St George's CofE First School Plane Tree Close , Gilbert Scott Way DY10 2HE | - not rated | 703 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Charles I School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | 3out of 4 | 1,819 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I Secondary School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 2,447 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter Business and Enterprise College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 2,452 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sladen CofE Middle School Hurcott Road , DY10 2QJ | - not rated | 390 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Sion Hill Middle School Sion Hill , Broadwaters DY10 2XT | - not rated | 833 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Franche Middle School Chestnut Grove , DY11 5QB | - not rated | 2,095 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, St John's CofE Middle School Blakebrook , DY11 6AP | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Comberton Middle School Borrington Road , DY10 3ED | - not rated | 2,305 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster College Market Street , DY10 1LX | - not rated | 1,564 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster College Market Street , DY10 1AB | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity School Birmingham Road , DY10 2BY | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Academy Hurcott Road , DY10 2QJ | - not rated | 314 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity School Birmingham Road , DY10 2BY | - not rated | 904 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Severnside Pupil Support Centre 51 Coventry Street , DY10 2BZ | - not rated | 947 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Knoll School Wolverley , DY10 3QE | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Oak School Lea Street , DY10 1SN | - not rated | 1,330 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Tree Cafe & FOSP | Springfield Park, Springfield Lane | 121 yd | |
| Perfect Plaice | 19 Stourbridge Road, Kidderminster | 594 yd | |
| Tiger Bowl | 24 - 25 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 738 yd | |
| Pulled | 51 Blackwell Street, Kidderminster | 912 yd | |
| Coventry Sporting Football Club | Street Record, Westwood Heath Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hare And Hounds | 140 Stourbridge Road, Kidderminster | 557 yd | |
| The Blue Bell | 421-423 Hurcott Road, Kidderminster | 685 yd | |
| St Georges Social Club | Gilbert Scott Way, Kidderminster | 767 yd | |
| Land Oak | Birmingham Road, Kidderminster | 932 yd | |
| The Post House | 92 Blackwell Street, Kidderminster | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sion Hill Fish Bar | 1 The Parade, Stourbridge Road | 390 yd | |
| Eurasia | Unit 1, 19 Stourbridge Road | 596 yd | |
| Mayflower Chinese Takeaway | 32 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 810 yd | |
| Zeera Tandoori | 8 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 812 yd | |
| Nine Kitchen | 9 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Stourbridge Road, Kidderminster | 297 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sladen C.E. Middle School (Closed) Hurcott Road | grass pitches | 384 yd |
| Springfield Park USMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Baxter Gardens BIRMINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 718 yd |
| Sands Health Club (Closed) Horsefair | health and fitness suite | 736 yd |
| St Oswalds C.E. Primary School And Nursery SION AVENUE | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Holy Trinity School BIRMINGHAM ROAD | swimming pool | 903 yd |
| St. Georges Park ST GEORGES PARK ST GEORGES PARK RADFORD AVENUE | tennis courts | 913 yd |
| Heathfield Knoll School WOLVERLEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,088 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 225.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.