Sutton Road is in Kidderminster and in Wyre Forest district. DY11 6QJ is located in the Blakebrook & Habberley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sutton Road, Kidderminster, DY11 6QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY11 6SF, DY11 6QH, DY11 6BS, DY11 6PU, DY11 6RD, DY11 6QA, DY11 6BA, DY11 6QN, DY11 6RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY11 6QJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 48.3% | 48.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51.2% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DY11 6QJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.4% | 45.9% | 10.5% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 26.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -17.4% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 16.7% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 7.2% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 44.4% | 39.4% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 41.4% | 10.7% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 12.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0.8% | -2.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 19.8% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 12.1% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 22.7% | 7.1% | 13.4% | 9.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 20.8% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 20.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.8% | 94.4% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 95.8% | 93.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sutton Road was 126.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.4% lower than the Blakebrook & Habberley South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sutton Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Blakebrook & Habberley South and the 61st highest crime rate of 334 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Sutton Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2023-11-28 | £96,258 |
| 189 Sutton Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £332,500 | 2022-11-28 | £323,741 |
| 189 Sutton Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-07-10 | £329,763 |
| 205 Sutton Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2020-03-16 | £262,880 |
| 193 Sutton Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2019-10-18 | £166,228 |
DY11 6QJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Primary School Blakebrook , DY11 6AP | 1out of 4 | 362 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Park Primary RSA Academy Greatfield Road , DY11 6PH | 2out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foley Park Primary School and Nursery Northumberland Avenue , DY11 7AW | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Franche Primary School Chestnut Grove , DY11 5QB | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE (VC) Primary School Marlpool Lane , DY11 5HP | 3out of 4 | 1,563 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 655 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Charles I School Hill Grove House , Comberton Road DY10 1XA | 3out of 4 | 2,223 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bewdley School Stourport Road , DY12 1BL | 3out of 4 | 3,470 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverley CofE Secondary School Blakeshall Lane , Wolverley DY11 5XQ | 3out of 4 | 3,944 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College Minster Road , DY13 8AX | 2out of 4 | 4,412 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 | 2,017 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurture Learning County Buildings , Bewdley Road DY11 6RQ | - not rated | 536 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyre Forest School Habberley Road , DY11 6FA | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wribbenhall School 21 Crundalls Lane , Wribbenhall DY12 1JL | - not rated | 2,884 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Knoll School Wolverley , DY10 3QE | - not rated | 3,106 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Continu Plus Academy Finepoint , DY11 7FB | 3out of 4 | 3,138 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Robertson Centre | Kidderminster General Hospital, Bewdley Road | 123 yd | |
| League Of Friends Coffee Shop | Kidderminster General Hospital, Bewdley Road | 123 yd | |
| China Lodge | 21 Bewdley Road, Kidderminster | 371 yd | |
| Cafe Masala Restaurant & Takeaway | 45 Mill Street, Kidderminster | 730 yd | |
| The Range Home And Leisure/The Range Coffee Shop | Crossley Retail Park, Carpet Trades Way | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Weary Traveller | 204 Sutton Road, Kidderminster | 2 yd | |
| The Sportsman | 25 Wood Street, Kidderminster | 562 yd | |
| St Johns Club | Crowther Street, Kidderminster | 578 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | 50 Park Lane, Kidderminster | 813 yd | |
| The Weavers At Park Lane Ltd | 40 Park Lane, Kidderminster | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stel's Chippy | 202 Sutton Road, Kidderminster | 2 yd | |
| Bewdley Road Chippy | 114 Bewdley Road, Kidderminster | 521 yd | |
| Ruby Chinese Takeaway | 28 Park Street, Kidderminster | 663 yd | |
| Fortune Court | 47 Mill Street, Kidderminster | 730 yd | |
| The New Golden Wok | 42 Mill Street, Kidderminster | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco At Esso | Bewdley Hill Service Station, Bewdley Hill | 161 yd | |
| Tesco & Petrol Station | Castle Road, Kidderminster | 940 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Crossley Retail Park, 2 Carpet Trades Way | 1,065 yd | |
| Asda | New Road, Kidderminster | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brinton Park PARK LANE | tennis courts | 612 yd |
| Baxter Business And Enterprise College HABBERLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 761 yd |
| Wyre Forest School HABBERLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 761 yd |
| Unique Fitness 98A 98A MILL STREET | health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Habberley Sports Field HABBERLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| The Gym (Kidderminster) CARPET TRADES WAY | health and fitness suite | 923 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Kidderminster) WEAVERS WHARF | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 923 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 | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| 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 | 76.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.