Highgate Close is in Kidderminster and in Wyre Forest district. DY11 6JL is located in the Foley Park & Hoobrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highgate Close, Kidderminster, DY11 6JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY11 6JN, DY11 6JD, DY11 6JP, DY11 6JQ, DY11 6JW, DY11 6JJ, DY11 6LR, DY11 6JG, DY11 6PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY11 6JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 DY11 6JL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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 | 19.3% | 19.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 60.8% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5% | 5.3% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 10% | 13.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 | 48.1% | 48.9% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 34.9% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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 | 15.8% | 12.3% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 9.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 12.3% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.9% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 37.4% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 94.9% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 95.2% | 95.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highgate Close was 28.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.4% lower than the Blakebrook & Habberley South average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Highgate Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Blakebrook & Habberley South and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 334 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Highgate Close, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-01-19 | £449,311 |
| 15 Highgate Close, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £422,000 | 2021-11-01 | £452,369 |
| 4 Highgate Close, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2019-07-26 | £386,992 |
| 1 Highgate Close, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2018-03-09 | £457,360 |
| 2 Highgate Close, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2008-01-25 | £403,603 |
DY11 6JL 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 6JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Park Primary RSA Academy Greatfield Road , DY11 6PH | 2out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchen Coppice Academy Woodbury Road , DY11 7JJ | 1out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Blakebrook , DY11 6AP | 1out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foley Park Primary School and Nursery Northumberland Avenue , DY11 7AW | 3out of 4 | 1,549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Franche Primary School Chestnut Grove , DY11 5QB | 3out of 4 | 2,121 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 | 1out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bewdley School Stourport Road , DY12 1BL | 3out of 4 | 2,276 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | 3out of 4 | 3,283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College Minster Road , DY13 8AX | 2out of 4 | 3,764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverley CofE Secondary School Blakeshall Lane , Wolverley DY11 5XQ | 3out of 4 | 4,794 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 3,201 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyre Forest School Habberley Road , DY11 6FA | 3out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nurture Learning County Buildings , Bewdley Road DY11 6RQ | - not rated | 1,727 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wribbenhall School 21 Crundalls Lane , Wribbenhall DY12 1JL | - not rated | 1,898 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Continu Plus Academy Finepoint , DY11 7FB | 3out of 4 | 2,572 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Knoll School Wolverley , DY10 3QE | - not rated | 4,186 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habberley Tenants Association Club | Truro Drive, Kidderminster | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kin Yip | 24 Lister Road, Kidderminster | 765 yd | |
| Habberley Fish Bar | 98 Canterbury Road, Kidderminster | 833 yd | |
| Fortune | 13 Severn Grove, Kidderminster | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco At Esso | Bewdley Hill Service Station, Bewdley Hill | 1,063 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 60.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 306.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.