Catchems End, Worcestershire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Catchems End

Catchems End is a small settlement located in Worcestershire, England, within the DY12 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Stourport-on-Severn and is situated near the River Severn. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and wooded areas, providing a peaceful environment for those living in the vicinity.

The village is close to several local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities, making it convenient for residents. It is also well-connected by road, with the A442 and A449 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Catchems End benefits from its proximity to the Severn Valley Railway, which runs through the region and offers scenic journeys. The area is known for its strong sense of community and quiet, rural character.

School Ratings in Catchems End

There are 47 schools in and around Catchems End. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Catchems End

The average property price is £332K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £442K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Catchems End

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Burglary is prevalent across Catchems End, with 4 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Catchems End

Catchems End sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Catchems End

There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Catchems End, the nearest being Bewdley Medical Centre (0.6 miles away).

Local Data for Catchems End

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Property Prices 1,482 sales

Average Price £332K

£5K , £8.83M

Detached £442K 521

Semi £250K 357

Terraced £230K 322

Flat £156K 156

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary

5 Secondary

15 Other

Good 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DY12 postcode area.

Riverside Children's Centre 0.3 miles The Bewdley School Secondary 0.3 miles Bewdley Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Wribbenhall School Not applicable Good 0.5 miles St Anne's CofE VC Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Tree Tops Children's Centre Outstanding 1.4 miles Birchen Coppice Academy Primary 1.4 miles Sutton Park Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.4 miles Baxter College Secondary 1.6 miles Wyre Forest School Not applicable Good 1.7 miles Continu Plus Academy Not applicable Outstanding 1.8 miles St John's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles

Household Income in Catchems End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Catchems End is approximately £48,003 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,921. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Catchems End £48,003

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,921.

Businesses in Catchems End ONS 2025

There are approximately 569 active businesses based in Catchems End, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 1 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

569 Total businesses

50 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 93%

Small, 10-49 6%

Medium, 50-249 0%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Catchems End IMD 2025

Catchems End sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation

5/10

Income

7/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

6/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 13%

Working age 54%

Older 65+ 33%

1,485 Children (0-15) 13%

6,071 Working Age 54%

3,743 Older (65+) 33%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.1% 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 Catchems End 39 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Catchems End records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 26

Burglary 4

Criminal Damage & Arson 3

Public Order 2

Other Crime 2

Shoplifting 1

Vehicle Crime 1

Local Policing

West Mercia Bewdley and Rural [email protected] 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

Hartlebury Train Station 4.5 miles

Blakedown Train Station 5.6 miles

Hagley Train Station 7.3 miles

Stourbridge Junction Train Station 8.6 miles

Stourbridge Town Train Station 8.7 miles

Droitwich Spa Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wribbenhall 0 yards Bewdley 0.6 miles Blackstone 0.6 miles Ribbesford 0.9 miles The Lakes 1.2 miles Hales Park 1.2 miles Dowles 1.4 miles Summerhill 1.4 miles Blakebrook 1.4 miles Birchen Coppice 1.4 miles Habberley 1.4 miles Low Habberley 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Wyre Forest

County Worcestershire

Ward Wribbenhall & Arley

Constituency Wyre Forest

Parish Kidderminster Foreign

Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Catchems End

Of the 5,343 households in and around Catchems End, 77% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 77% Social rented 9% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Catchems End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Catchems End

What is the population of Catchems End?

Catchems End has a population of approximately 11,290 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Catchems End?

The average property in and around Catchems End sold for about £331,699, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 5% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Catchems End a deprived area?

Catchems End sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Catchems End?

Catchems End is covered by the DY12 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Catchems End?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Catchems End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Catchems End?

The nearest railway station to Catchems End is Hartlebury Train Station, about 4.5 miles away.

Streets in DY12 30 shown View all streets

A442 11 A456 3 Acacia Avenue 1 All Saints Avenue 1 Anton Close 1 Arley Lane 10 Arlington Court 1 B4190 2 B4194 16 B4199 2 B4363 13 Baldwin Road 1 Barratts Close 2 Beacon Lane 1 Belvedere Crescent 1 Bewdley Bypass 4 Bewdley Road 3 Birch Tree Road 1 Bramley Way 1 Branches Close 1 Brook Vale 2 Burlton's Terrace 1 Button Bridge Lane 17 Campion Way 1 Carpet Trades Way 5 Castle Lane 2 Cherry Close 1 Church Lane 4 Church View 1 Clarence Way 1

Postcodes in DY12 50 shown View all postcodes

DY12 1AA DY12 1AB DY12 1AD DY12 1AE DY12 1AF DY12 1AG DY12 1AH DY12 1AJ DY12 1AL DY12 1AN DY12 1AP DY12 1AQ DY12 1AR DY12 1AS DY12 1AT DY12 1AU DY12 1AW DY12 1AX DY12 1AY DY12 1AZ DY12 1BA DY12 1BB DY12 1BD DY12 1BE DY12 1BF DY12 1BH DY12 1BJ DY12 1BL DY12 1BN DY12 1BP DY12 1BQ DY12 1BS DY12 1BT DY12 1BU DY12 1BW DY12 1BX DY12 1BY DY12 1BZ DY12 1DA DY12 1DB DY12 1DD DY12 1DE DY12 1DF DY12 1DG DY12 1DH DY12 1DL DY12 1DN DY12 1DP DY12 1DQ DY12 1DR

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