DY2 0BG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashfield Crescent, 0.4km from Newtown in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood ward and the Stourbridge constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DY2 0BG is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The 35 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
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 £196k. 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 DY2 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00049938 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHFIELD CRESCENT, DY2 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFIELD CRESCENT, DY2 0BG.
293
35
£ 33,900 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY2 0BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DY2 0BG has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY2 0BG. The average age is 34.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 133,950
5 sales · Mean £ 154,990
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY2 0BG 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
Netherton CofE Primary School
Northfield Road Primary School
Corngreaves Academy
The Link Academy
Netherton Park Nursery School
Reddal Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Woodman0.2 km
- Dudley Water Sports Centre0.4 km
- Saltwells Inn0.8 km
- Elephant and Castle0.7 km
- Ella's Bar0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Salvation Army Coffee Shop0.9 km
- La Brunch0.9 km
- Primrose Cafe0.7 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- 7 Til Late Convenience Store0.2 km
- Best Price Mini Supermarket0.2 km
- CJ Higgins Butchers Ltd0.9 km
- G & S News0.3 km
- Saltwells Post Office & One Stop Sho0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Sam's Superstore0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Pizza Pizza1.0 km
- Netherton Tasty Bites0.2 km
- Londis Subway Netherton0.9 km
- Pizza Pizza1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cradley Heath1.4 km
- Old Hill2.4 km
- Dudley3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DY20BG · Data under Open Government Licence