DY1 1LP is an up-and-coming urban area on New Street, 0.8km from Old Dock in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Castle and Priory ward and the Dudley North constituency.
For families considering a move, DY1 1LP represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Dudley.
Safety: Crime rates are high (156 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DY1 1LP are sourced from Output Area E00049383 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW STREET, DY1 1LP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW STREET, DY1 1LP.
383
44
£ 37,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DY1 1LP's 66% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY1 1LP. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near DY1 1LP are high at 156 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St James Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Jesson's CofE Primary School (VA)
Beechwood Church of England Primary School
Kates Hill Primary School
Blowers Green Primary School
Priory Primary School
Sledmere Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
62 nearby- A K Halal Meat Centre0.7 km
- Best Before Clearance0.2 km
- Europa Mini Market0.5 km
- Boots the Chemist0.6 km
- Premier0.3 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Demons Gentlemens Club0.2 km
- Genting Casino0.3 km
- The Griffin0.2 km
- The Old Glasshouse0.1 km
- The Saracens Head0.1 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
67 nearby- Arukah Sanctuary0.9 km
- A Taste of Transilvania0.2 km
- Cornerstone Cafe0.0 km
- Costa0.1 km
- Dessert Corner0.0 km
- + 62 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Maxisaver0.1 km
- Farmfoods0.1 km
- Heron Foods0.1 km
- Al Noor Supermarket0.7 km
- Asda0.5 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
40 nearby- China Express0.6 km
- Dixy Chicken0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Urban Griller0.2 km
- Bobby's Burgers0.0 km
- + 35 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Quality Hotel1.0 km
- Superior Hotel1.0 km
- Village Urban Resort1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley0.6 km
- Tipton2.4 km
- Dudley Port2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: DY11LP · Data under Open Government Licence