About Bell Heath

Bell Heath is a small settlement located in the county of Worcestershire, in the West Midlands region of England. It lies within the DY9 postcode area and is situated near the border with Shropshire. The area is primarily rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The village is close to the A442 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley. Bell Heath is part of the civil parish of Stourton, and its surroundings are characterised by rolling countryside and woodland. The local community is small but active, with a focus on agriculture and outdoor recreation. The area benefits from good access to the River Stour and the surrounding countryside, making it a peaceful place to live.

School Ratings in Bell Heath

Bell Heath is served by 117 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bell Heath

Property prices average £333K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £260K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bell Heath

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Bell Heath, with 34 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bell Heath

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bell Heath 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 Bell Heath

Most properties in Bell Heath 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 3,896 sales

Average Price £333K
£1K — £3.5M
Detached £520K 1,253
Semi £260K 1,332
Terraced £201K 763
Flat £174K 333

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

70 Primary
22 Secondary
25 Other
Romsley St Kenelm's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Fairfield First School Primary 1.5 miles Holywell Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.5 miles Waseley Hills High School Secondary 1.6 miles Reaside Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Beaconside Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.9 miles Clent Parochial Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Belbroughton CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Frankley Plus Children's Centre Good 2.2 miles Holly Hill Methodist CofE Infant School Primary Good 2.2 miles King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy Secondary Good 2.2 miles Tulip Tree Children's Centre 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bell Heath IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bell Heath 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,041 Children (0-15) 18%
29,643 Working Age 59%
14,641 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16% 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 Bell Heath 248 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bell Heath 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.

102 Violence & Sexual Offences
34 Shoplifting
21 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Other Theft
17 Vehicle Crime
15 Burglary
14 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Public Order
6 Drugs
4 Other Crime
3 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
West Mercia Hagley and Rubery 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 6 stations

Longbridge Train Station 3.6 miles
Hagley Train Station 3.8 miles
Barnt Green Train Station 4 miles
Northfield Train Station 4.1 miles
Stourbridge Junction Train Station 4.7 miles
Blakedown Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

The Gutter 0 yards Madeley Heath 0 yards Bell End 0.6 miles Chapman's Hill 0.6 miles Romsley Hill 0.9 miles Dayhouse Bank 0.9 miles Wildmoor 1.2 miles Walton Pool 1.4 miles Rumbow Cottages 1.4 miles Fairfield 1.4 miles Romsley 1.4 miles Lydiate Ash 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Bromsgrove
County Worcestershire
Ward Belbroughton & Romsley
Constituency Bromsgrove
Parish Belbroughton
Region West Midlands

Streets in DY9 30 shown View all streets

A456 4 A491 4 Adam's Hill 1 Albert Street 2 Alperton Drive 1 Amos Road 1 Amphlett Close 1 Apollo Road 1 Archer Court 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashfield Crescent 2 Attwood Street 5 B4188 1 Badger Street 3 Bagley Street 3 Balds Lane 3 Bank Farm Close 1 Bank Street 2 Bardenholme Gardens 1 Barn Close 2 Beacon Rise 1 Beckman Road 2 Beeches Mews 1 Belbroughton Road 4 Bell Meadow 1 Belmont Road 6 Bennett Drive 1 Birchfield Crescent 1 Birchfield Road 1 Birchgate 1

Postcodes in DY9 50 shown View all postcodes

DY9 0AA DY9 0AB DY9 0AD DY9 0AE DY9 0AG DY9 0AH DY9 0AJ DY9 0AL DY9 0AN DY9 0AP DY9 0AQ DY9 0AR DY9 0AT DY9 0AU DY9 0AW DY9 0AX DY9 0AY DY9 0AZ DY9 0BA DY9 0BB DY9 0BD DY9 0BE DY9 0BF DY9 0BG DY9 0BH DY9 0BJ DY9 0BL DY9 0BN DY9 0BP DY9 0BQ DY9 0BS DY9 0BT DY9 0BW DY9 0BY DY9 0DA DY9 0DG DY9 0DJ DY9 0DL DY9 0DN DY9 0DP DY9 0DR DY9 0DS DY9 0DT DY9 0DU DY9 0DW DY9 0DX DY9 0EA DY9 0EE DY9 0EF DY9 0EG