About Broadwaters

Broadwaters is a residential area located in the county of Worcestershire, in the West Midlands region of England. It falls within the DY10 postcode area and is situated near the town of Stourport-on-Severn. The area is primarily made up of modern housing developments, offering a range of family homes and bungalows. It is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A442 and the M5 motorway, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities such as Worcester and Birmingham. The local area includes several parks and green spaces, providing residents with opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. Broadwaters is part of the wider Stourport-on-Severn community, which has a long history linked to the River Severn and the canal system.

School Ratings in Broadwaters

Broadwaters is served by 64 schools. Heronswood Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broadwaters

Property prices average £246K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £168K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broadwaters

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Broadwaters, with 51 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broadwaters

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broadwaters 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 Broadwaters

Most properties in Broadwaters 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 4,782 sales

Average Price £246K
£100 — £2.8M
Detached £370K 1,297
Semi £220K 1,286
Terraced £168K 1,448
Flat £101K 499

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
10 Secondary
17 Other
St Oswald's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Heathfield Knoll School 0.6 miles Rainbow Children's Centre 0.9 miles St Mary's CofE (VA) Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Unity Academy 0.9 miles St George's CofE School Primary Good 1 miles Holy Trinity School All-through Good 1 miles Cookley Sebright Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Offmore Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Ambrose Catholic Primary Primary Good 1.1 miles Wolverley Sebright Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Wolverley CofE Secondary School Secondary Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broadwaters IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broadwaters 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
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,635 Children (0-15) 18%
32,216 Working Age 59%
16,055 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.7% 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 Broadwaters 333 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Broadwaters 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.

145 Violence & Sexual Offences
51 Anti-Social Behaviour
30 Shoplifting
28 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Other Theft
16 Public Order
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Burglary
6 Drugs
6 Robbery
6 Other Crime
4 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
West Mercia Kidderminster North 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

Blakedown Train Station 2.2 miles
Hagley Train Station 3.8 miles
Hartlebury Train Station 4.8 miles
Stourbridge Junction Train Station 5 miles
Stourbridge Town Train Station 5.1 miles
Cradley Heath Train Station 7.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Greenhill 0.6 miles Wolverley 0.9 miles Hurcott 0.9 miles Franche 1.2 miles Cookley 1.2 miles Offmore Farm 1.2 miles Fairfield 1.4 miles Kidderminster 1.8 miles Drakelow 1.8 miles Blakedown 1.9 miles Caunsall 2 miles Blakeshall 2 miles

Local Government

District Wyre Forest
County Worcestershire
Ward Blakebrook & Habberley South
Constituency Wyre Forest
Parish Kidderminster
Region West Midlands

Streets in DY10 30 shown View all streets

A442 2 A448 12 A449 2 A450 5 A451 2 A456 6 Adams Court 1 Admiral Walk 1 Aggborough Crescent 2 Albany Close 1 Albert Road 1 Albrighton Drive 1 Alder Avenue 1 Amblecote Road 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Ash Way 2 Ashdene Close 1 Ashley Road 1 Auction Place 1 Austcliffe Lane 1 Austcliffe Road 3 Avocet Drive 1 Axborough Lane 1 B4189 1 Back Lane 8 Badland Avenue 3 Baldwin Road 4 Barn Owl Close 1 Barnetts Close 1 Barnetts Grove 1

Postcodes in DY10 50 shown View all postcodes

DY10 1AA DY10 1AB DY10 1AE DY10 1AF DY10 1AL DY10 1AQ DY10 1AR DY10 1AS DY10 1AU DY10 1AX DY10 1AY DY10 1AZ DY10 1BB DY10 1BG DY10 1BJ DY10 1BL DY10 1BN DY10 1BP DY10 1BQ DY10 1BT DY10 1BY DY10 1DA DY10 1DD DY10 1DE DY10 1DF DY10 1DG DY10 1EA DY10 1ED DY10 1EH DY10 1EJ DY10 1EL DY10 1EN DY10 1EQ DY10 1ER DY10 1EW DY10 1EZ DY10 1HA DY10 1HB DY10 1HE DY10 1HG DY10 1HH DY10 1HN DY10 1HR DY10 1HS DY10 1HT DY10 1HU DY10 1HY DY10 1JB DY10 1JF DY10 1JN