Bridgnorth Road is in Arley, Bewdley and in Wyre Forest district. DY12 1SY is located in the Wribbenhall & Arley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridgnorth Road, Arley, Bewdley, DY12 1SY 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 DY12 1SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.7% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.3% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 DY12 1SY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 16.8% | 20% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.9% | 57.8% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 11.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9% | 8.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.3% | 42.3% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 33.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 18.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 28.5% | 22.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.7% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.9% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 15.2% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 26.9% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.8% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.6% | 97.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.3% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridgnorth Road was 74.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.9% higher than the Bewdley & Rock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridgnorth Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Bewdley & Rock and the 124th highest crime rate of 334 local areas in Wyre Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.4%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillfields Lodge Bridgnorth Road, Bewdley, Worcestershire Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 1999-05-28 | £568,204 |
DY12 1SY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
DY12 1SY 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 DY12 1SY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 148 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Other | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Arley CofE Primary School Upper Arley , DY12 1XA | - not rated | 2,560 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alveley Primary School Daddlebrook Road , Alveley WV15 6JT | 3out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highley Community Primary School Grasmere Drive , Highley WV16 6EH | 3out of 4 | 5,304 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.