Church Lane is in Stone, Kidderminster and in Wyre Forest district. DY10 4BE is located in the Wyre Forest Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Stone, Kidderminster, DY10 4BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY10 4BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DY10 4BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19% | 20.4% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.9% | 57.1% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 11.2% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 41.5% | 43.1% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 39.8% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.8% | 21.6% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 14.1% | 4.6% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 11.6% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 17.1% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 29.6% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 6% | 2% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 96.2% | 96.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 65.7% | 46.2% | 19.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 58.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% lower than the Wyre Forest Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Wyre Forest Rural and the 157th highest crime rate of 335 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor View Church Lane, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, a newly built property | £615,000 | 2015-09-10 | £900,470 |
DY10 4BE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DY10 4BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DY10 4BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone CofE First School Stone , DY10 4BE | - not rated | 8 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Comberton First School Borrington Road , DY10 3ED | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Comberton Primary School Borrington Road , DY10 3ED | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spennells First School Heronswood Road , DY10 4EX | - not rated | 2,114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heronswood Primary School Heronswood Road , DY10 4EX | 4out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,676 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | 3out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I Secondary School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | - not rated | 2,676 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter Business and Enterprise College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 5,359 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 5,359 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster, Comberton Middle School Borrington Road , DY10 3ED | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sladen CofE Middle School Hurcott Road , DY10 2QJ | - not rated | 3,943 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Sion Hill Middle School Sion Hill , Broadwaters DY10 2XT | - not rated | 4,634 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Birchen Coppice Middle School Woodbury Road , DY11 7JJ | - not rated | 5,008 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, St John's CofE Middle School Blakebrook , DY11 6AP | - not rated | 5,185 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster College Market Street , DY10 1AB | - not rated | 3,749 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster College Market Street , DY10 1LX | - not rated | 3,750 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 | 3,442 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madinatul Uloom Al Islamiya School Heath Lane , Summerfield DY10 4BS | - not rated | 1,299 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Stourminster Special School Comberton Road , DY10 3DX | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterfold House School Winterfold , Chaddesley Corbett DY10 4PW | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Oak School Lea Street , DY10 1SN | - not rated | 3,109 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity School Birmingham Road , DY10 2BY | - not rated | 3,442 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.