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Dorridge and Hockley Heath

About

Dorridge and Hockley Heath ward lies in the southern part of the Solihull borough, encompassing the two named villages and surrounding rural land. The area is characterised by residential neighbourhoods with a mix of housing styles, alongside significant green spaces and farmland. It is bordered by the M42 motorway to the east, providing a major transport link, while the rural western edge meets the Warwickshire countryside. The ward functions largely as a commuter area for Birmingham and Solihull town centre.

A key local feature is the presence of the Grand Union Canal, which runs through Hockley Heath. The area includes several conservation areas protecting its historic character, with Dorridge centred around its railway station and traditional shopping parade. Much of the land is within the Green Belt, limiting development and preserving a semi-rural atmosphere. The ward contains a number of sports clubs and community facilities serving its local populations.

Area overview

On average Dorridge and Hockley Heath has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Dorridge and Hockley Heath is £80,754 per year. There are 4 schools in Dorridge and Hockley Heath: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Dorridge and Hockley Heath is home to around 11,065 people, with a population density of about 960.8 per km2.

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Dorridge and Hockley Heath Population

11,065

Population density

960.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

24.22(-37%)

Shoplifting

12.74(+46%)

Vehicle crime

10.03(+52%)

Burglary

5.69(+40%)

Anti-social behaviour

4.97(-56%)

West Midlands average

Demographics

British

9,770

88.3%

Indian

313

2.83%

Other White

268

2.42%

Irish

162

1.46%

Pakistani

111

Total population: 11,065

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

4,324

48.89%

Level 3 (A level)

1,352

15.29%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,186

13.41%

No qualifications

886

10.02%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

597

6.75%

Total 16+ residents: 8,844

Housing

Owns outright

2,198

49.22%

Owns with a mortgage

1,631

36.52%

Private landlord or letting agency

350

7.84%

Social rents from council

133

2.98%

Other forms of private rent

1.37%

Total households: 4,466

Property prices in Dorridge and Hockley Heath

Based on 141 recent sales, the median property price is £485,000 in Dorridge and Hockley Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,775,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Dorridge and Hockley Heath over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	61	£710,000	£508,000	£585,000	£895,000	£1,495,000
Flats	24	£237,000	£77,200	£197,500	£309,375	£412,250
Semi-Detached	39	£425,000	£240,000	£388,000	£477,500	£565,000
Terraced	17	£360,000	£232,800	£320,000	£395,000	£491,000

10 years median price trend in Dorridge and Hockley Heath

All postcodes in Dorridge and Hockley Heath

B938SY

Glendon Way

B938TE

Sidbury Grove

B938UA

Oakhall Drive

B939AA

Widney Manor Road

B939QW

Elbury Croft

B946NS

Stratford Road

B938PG

Buckminster Drive

B938QL

Dorridge Croft

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail