DY1 4AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodland Avenue, 0.3km from Priory Estate in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Castle and Priory ward and the Dudley North constituency.
For families considering a move, DY1 4AX represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 4AX are sourced from Output Area E00049385 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODLAND AVENUE, DY1 4AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLAND AVENUE, DY1 4AX.
403
36
£ 37,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY1 4AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 36, DY1 4AX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY1 4AX. The average age is 35.8. 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 & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY1 4AX has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Priory Primary School
St James Academy
Jesson's CofE Primary School (VA)
Bishop Milner Catholic College
Foxyards Primary School
Wrens Nest Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Beechwood Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The Court House0.9 km
- Bottle & Glass0.8 km
- Casino 360.9 km
- Guestys Grub @ The Old Priory0.9 km
- Harvester Castle Gate1.0 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Charlton House Bar/Restaurant0.9 km
- Chick A Filla1.0 km
- Gongoozler0.8 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Limited1.0 km
- Nandos Dudley1.0 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Dudley Drinks Stop1.0 km
- Company Shop Group0.5 km
- Farmfoods1.0 km
- Heron Foods0.9 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Chicken Hut0.9 km
- Five Star Caterers1.0 km
- Pizza Italy1.0 km
- Priory Fryer0.3 km
- Khan and Sons Halal Cuisine1.0 km
- + 23 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Naiks Mini Market0.9 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- Murrays Healthcare1.0 km
- Oakhouse Foods1.0 km
- Sam's Express0.9 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Dudley0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley1.3 km
- Tipton1.8 km
- Dudley Port2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DY14AX · Data under Open Government Licence