Rock Cottages is in Caunsall, Kidderminster and in Wyre Forest district. DY11 5YL 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 Rock Cottages, Caunsall, Kidderminster, DY11 5YL 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. However, the area surrounding DY11 5YL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 52.9% | 53.3% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 46.7% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 22.3% | 25.8% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 49.5% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 11.5% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 35.8% | 38.7% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 36.6% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 16.7% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 25.5% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 5.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 11.2% | 2.1% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 18.5% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 30.1% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.1% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 98.8% | 98.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.5% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rock Cottages was 104.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.5% higher than the Wyre Forest Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rock Cottages has the 4th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Wyre Forest Rural and the 77th highest crime rate of 334 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rock Cottages, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-05-20 | £289,225 |
| 2 Rock Cottages, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2012-01-05 | £363,503 |
| 2 Rock Cottages, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2005-08-26 | £359,087 |
| 2 Rock Cottages, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 1996-02-23 | £341,000 |
DY11 5YL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DY11 5YL 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 | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookley Sebright Primary School 16 Lea Lane , Cookley DY10 3TA | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foley Infant School Academy Fairfield Drive , Kinver DY7 6EW | 3out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's CofE Primary School Sion Avenue , DY10 2YL | 3out of 4 | 2,901 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverley Sebright Primary Academy Franche Road , Wolverley DY11 5TP | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brindley Heath Junior School Academy Enville Road , Kinver DY7 6AA | 3out of 4 | 3,430 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverley CofE Secondary School Blakeshall Lane , Wolverley DY11 5XQ | 3out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinver High School and Sixth Form Enville Road , Kinver DY7 6AA | 2out of 4 | 3,271 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | 3out of 4 | 5,306 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | 1out of 4 | 5,330 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,513 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Knoll School Wolverley , DY10 3QE | - not rated | 2,748 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nurture Learning County Buildings , Bewdley Road DY11 6RQ | - not rated | 5,365 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyre Forest School Habberley Road , DY11 6FA | 3out of 4 | 5,425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmers Den | 4A Bridge Road, Cookley | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor Inn Caunsall | Caunsall Village, Kidderminster | 2 yd | |
| Island Pool | Wolverhampton Road, Cookley | 809 yd | |
| The Bulls Head | 10 Bridge Road, Cookley | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookley Tandoori | 3 Bridge Road, Cookley | 945 yd | |
| Cookley Fisheries | 1 Bridge Road, Cookley | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 5 Bridge Road, Cookley | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cookley Sebright Primary School LEA LANE | grass pitches | 1,092 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.