DY2 0AA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Saltwells Road, 0.1km from Newtown in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood ward and the Stourbridge constituency.
For families considering a move, DY2 0AA represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k.
Census 2021 statistics for DY2 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00049961 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SALTWELLS ROAD, DY2 0AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALTWELLS ROAD, DY2 0AA.
315
46
£ 33,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY2 0AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
DY2 0AA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY2 0AA. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 230,000
1 sales · Mean £ 230,000
Semi-Detached
£ 200,000
2 sales · Mean £ 200,000
Detached
£ 193,530
3 sales · Mean £ 184,510
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY2 0AA has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dudley Wood Primary School
Netherbrook Primary School
Corngreaves Academy
Reddal Hill Primary School
Northfield Road Primary School
Netherton CofE Primary School
Old Hill Primary School
Netherton Park Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Cottage Spring0.5 km
- Gate Hangs Well0.9 km
- Waggon and Horses0.8 km
- Elephant and Castle0.4 km
- Ella's Bar0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- La Brunch0.7 km
- Salvation Army Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Eastern Nights Restaurant0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- KFC1.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Select & Save1.0 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Asda0.3 km
- Lidl0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Pizza Pizza1.0 km
- Sizzling Balti0.8 km
- Dixy Chicken0.8 km
- Darby End Fish and Chips1.0 km
- Ivan's Fish and Chips0.8 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Cradley Heath Stores1.0 km
- G & S News0.0 km
- Saltwells Post Office & One Stop Sho0.7 km
- Brew Monkey0.9 km
- Nayla News0.8 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cradley Heath1.4 km
- Old Hill2.1 km
- Dudley3.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DY20AA · Data under Open Government Licence