About Areley Kings

Areley Kings is a village located in Worcestershire, within the DY13 postcode area of England. It lies just south of the town of Stourbridge and is part of the larger Stourbridge urban area. The village has a long history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book, and retains a number of traditional buildings alongside more modern developments. The local community is active, with several churches, a village hall, and regular events throughout the year. The area is well connected by road, with the A449 and A440 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Public transport includes regular bus services linking the village to Stourbridge and Dudley. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walks and open spaces, making it a convenient location for those seeking a mix of rural tranquillity and urban accessibility.

School Ratings in Areley Kings

Areley Kings is served by 45 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Areley Kings

Property prices average £259K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £216K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Areley Kings

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Areley Kings, with 36 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Areley Kings

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Areley Kings falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Areley Kings

Most properties in Areley Kings can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,083 sales

Average Price £259K
£800 — £6.8M
Detached £339K 925
Semi £216K 973
Terraced £177K 700
Flat £129K 295

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
4 Secondary
14 Other
Half Crown Wood Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles St Bartholomew's CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Stourport Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Lickhill Primary School Primary Good 1 miles The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College Secondary Good 1.3 miles Burlish Park Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Astley CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Wilden All Saints CofE Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Continu Plus Academy Outstanding 2 miles Hartlebury CofE Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Cambian New Elizabethan School Requires Improvement 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Areley Kings IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Areley Kings in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,296 Children (0-15) 15%
20,345 Working Age 57%
12,857 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Areley Kings 186 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Areley Kings is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

50 Violence & Sexual Offences
36 Anti-Social Behaviour
27 Shoplifting
23 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Public Order
9 Burglary
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Other Theft
5 Other Crime
3 Weapons
2 Drugs
Local Policing
West Mercia Stourport Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Hartlebury Train Station 2.8 miles
Blakedown Train Station 6.9 miles
Droitwich Spa Train Station 7 miles
Hagley Train Station 8.7 miles
Worcester Foregate Street Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

The Walshes 0 yards Astley Cross 0.6 miles Stourport-on-Severn 0.9 miles Hartlebury Common 1.2 miles Burlish Park 1.2 miles Lickhill 1.2 miles Dunley 1.4 miles Titton 1.4 miles Lincomb 1.8 miles Wilden 1.8 miles Hartlebury 1.9 miles Wood Green 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Wyre Forest
County Worcestershire
Ward Areley Kings & Riverside
Constituency Wyre Forest
Parish Stourport-on-Severn
Region West Midlands

Streets in DY13 30 shown View all streets

( Geopark Way ) 2 ( Severn Way ) 1 A449 5 Abberley Avenue 7 Almond Way 1 Anchor Drive 2 Ankerdine Avenue 1 Areley Common 7 Areley Lane 1 Ash Grove 1 Aspen Walk 2 Astley Court 1 Astley Gardens 2 Awford Lane 1 Badgers Walk 2 Bala Close 1 Baldwin Gardens 3 Baldwin Road 3 Barnfield Road 2 Barracks Road 2 Beach Road 1 Berkeley Crescent 1 Bewdley Road 9 Bewdley Road North 3 Bigbury Lane 2 Bilberry Close 3 Birchfield Drive 1 Bishop Street 1 Bishops Wood Lane 1 Bower Bank 1

Postcodes in DY13 50 shown View all postcodes

DY13 0AA DY13 0AB DY13 0AD DY13 0AE DY13 0AF DY13 0AG DY13 0AH DY13 0AJ DY13 0AL DY13 0AN DY13 0AP DY13 0AQ DY13 0AR DY13 0AS DY13 0AT DY13 0AU DY13 0AW DY13 0AX DY13 0AY DY13 0AZ DY13 0BA DY13 0BB DY13 0BD DY13 0BE DY13 0BF DY13 0BG DY13 0BH DY13 0BJ DY13 0BL DY13 0BQ DY13 0DA DY13 0DB DY13 0DF DY13 0DG DY13 0DH DY13 0DJ DY13 0DL DY13 0DN DY13 0DP DY13 0DQ DY13 0DR DY13 0DS DY13 0DT DY13 0DU DY13 0DW DY13 0DX DY13 0DY DY13 0DZ DY13 0EA DY13 0EB