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Location in WorcestershireBell Heath sits where the marker shows within the county.
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 120 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bell Heath
Property prices average £344K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £262K.
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 43 incidents logged in April 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.
Healthcare in Bell Heath
There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Bell Heath, the nearest being Cornhill Surgery (1.9 miles away).
Local Data for Bell Heath
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Property Prices 3,729 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DY9 postcode area.
Household Income in Bell Heath ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bell Heath is approximately £57,687 a year before tax, 4% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,887. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,887.
Businesses in Bell Heath ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,378 active businesses based in Bell Heath, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Bell Heath 269 crimes · April 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bell Heath
Of the 13,431 households in and around Bell Heath, 71% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bell Heath.