Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

ORCHARD ROAD, DY2 0DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD ROAD, DY2 0DN.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 33,900 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DY2 0DN 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.

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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DY2 0DN's 69% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DY2 0DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Orchard Road, 0.1km from Dudley Wood in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood ward and the Stourbridge constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £183k. 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 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00049963 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY2 0DN. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.7%
Asian / British Asian10.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 192,500

6 sales · Mean £ 191,041

Semi-Detached

£ 157,500

4 sales · Mean £ 135,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DY2 0DN has low crime rates — 38 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.

Violence and sexual offences106
Anti-social behaviour20
Vehicle crime13
Criminal damage and arson11
Burglary9

school Local Schools

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Dudley Wood Primary School

Requires Improvement448 pupils0.3 km
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Netherbrook Primary School

Good478 pupils0.9 km
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Corngreaves Academy

Good203 pupils1.0 km
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Quarry Bank Primary School

Good388 pupils1.1 km
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Netherton CofE Primary School

Good403 pupils1.3 km
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Reddal Hill Primary School

Good419 pupils1.4 km
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Northfield Road Primary School

Inadequate394 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Johns Home Killed Meat0.9 km
  • 7 Til Late Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Best Price Mini Supermarket0.2 km
  • M E J Hingley & Co.0.9 km
  • Scriven & Thornton Fine Foods Ltd0.9 km
  • + 12 more
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Bennetts Caribbean0.9 km
  • Joe's Place1.0 km
  • Simpson Pizza1.0 km
  • Hooked on Fish0.9 km
  • Saliya1.0 km
  • + 10 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Dudley Water Sports Centre0.6 km
  • Saltwells Inn0.7 km
  • Elephant and Castle0.7 km
  • The Roost0.9 km
  • The Woodman0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Central Cafe0.9 km
  • Salvation Army Coffee Shop0.8 km
  • Eastern Nights Restaurant0.9 km
  • The Crusty Cob1.0 km
  • Good Choice0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda0.8 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Tesco0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cradley Heath1.0 km
  • Old Hill2.4 km
  • Lye2.8 km