Puxton Drive is in Kidderminster and in Wyre Forest district. DY11 5HY is located in the Franche & Habberley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Puxton Drive, Kidderminster, DY11 5HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY11 5HH, DY11 5EH, DY11 5EG, DY11 5DY, DY11 5DZ, DY11 5EB, DY11 5EA, DY11 5EJ, DY11 5HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY11 5HY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 53.1% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46.9% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 33.6% | 39% | 5.4% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 47.8% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 7.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.2% | 46.1% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 39.9% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 22% | 4.6% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.9% | 11% | -13.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14.3% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 23.4% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 20.5% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.5% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 96.9% | 97.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Puxton Drive was 9.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.9% lower than the Franche & Habberley North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Puxton Drive has the lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Franche & Habberley North and the 12th lowest crime rate of 335 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Puxton Drive, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2025-10-17 | £224,073 |
| 96 Puxton Drive, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2025-08-29 | £255,353 |
| 54 Puxton Drive, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2024-04-30 | £251,000 |
| 84 Puxton Drive, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2024-03-18 | £236,174 |
| 58 Puxton Drive, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-01-29 | £262,585 |
DY11 5HY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 121 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster St Mary's CofE First School Lyndhurst Drive , DY10 2PU | - not rated | 636 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE (VC) Primary School Marlpool Lane , DY11 5HP | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School Stoney Lane , DY10 2LX | - not rated | 734 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, the Marlpool First School Marlpool Lane , DY11 5HP | - not rated | 810 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Franche First School Chestnut Grove , Franche DY11 5QB | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter Business and Enterprise College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 1,799 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 1,799 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baxter College Habberley Road , DY11 5PQ | - not rated | 1,799 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverley High School Blakeshall Lane , Wolverley DY11 5XQ | - not rated | 2,139 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 | 1,088 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Franche Middle School Chestnut Grove , DY11 5QB | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Sion Hill Middle School Sion Hill , Broadwaters DY10 2XT | - not rated | 1,395 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, St John's CofE Middle School Blakebrook , DY11 6AP | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster, Comberton Middle School Borrington Road , DY10 3ED | - not rated | 3,042 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 | 1,693 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kidderminster College Market Street , DY10 1AB | - not rated | 1,694 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 | 1,570 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 | 976 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Knoll School Wolverley , DY10 3QE | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nurture Learning County Buildings , Bewdley Road DY11 6RQ | - not rated | 1,454 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyre Forest School Habberley Road , DY11 6FA | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blakebrook School Bewdley Road , DY11 6RL | - not rated | 1,458 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 853 yd | |
| Perfect Plaice | 19 Stourbridge Road, Kidderminster | 910 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Kiosk, Unit 2 Crossley Retail Park | 926 yd | |
| Wyre Forest Phoenix Football Club | Mill Lane, Wolverley | 1,029 yd | |
| Tiger Bowl | 24 - 25 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franche Village Sports & Social Club | 94 Wolverley Road, Kidderminster | 1,038 yd | |
| The Blue Bell | 421-423 Hurcott Road, Kidderminster | 1,040 yd | |
| The Three Crowns And A Sugar Loaf | Wolverley Road, Kidderminster | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlpool Garden | 43 Willowfield Drive, Kidderminster | 408 yd | |
| Eurasia | Unit 1, 19 Stourbridge Road | 912 yd | |
| Zeera Tandoori | 8 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 1,040 yd | |
| Nine Kitchen | 9 Horsefair, Kidderminster | 1,040 yd | |
| Pizza Lounge | 5 Dudley Street, Kidderminster | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Stourbridge Road, Kidderminster | 833 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Crossley Retail Park, 2 Carpet Trades Way | 926 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Park USMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Kidderminster Carolians Rfc Marlpool Lane | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| The Gym (Kidderminster) CARPET TRADES WAY | health and fitness suite | 986 yd |
| Sands Health Club (Closed) Horsefair | health and fitness suite | 1,035 yd |
| The Sladen C.E. Middle School (Closed) Hurcott Road | grass pitches | 1,085 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 185.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.