Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

SPRING MEADOW ROAD, DY2 0DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRING MEADOW ROAD, DY2 0DW.

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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 0DW 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

DY2 0DW is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 0DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Spring Meadow Road, 0.1km from Dudley Wood in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood ward and the Stourbridge constituency.

For families considering a move, DY2 0DW represents 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 0DW 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 0DW. 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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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 148,500

4 sales · Mean £ 153,000

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

DY2 0DW has low crime rates — 37 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 offences114
Anti-social behaviour20
Vehicle crime16
Criminal damage and arson12
Burglary9

school Local Schools

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Dudley Wood Primary School

Requires Improvement448 pupils0.1 km
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Netherbrook Primary School

Good478 pupils0.7 km
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Corngreaves Academy

Good203 pupils0.9 km
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Netherton CofE Primary School

Good403 pupils1.2 km
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Reddal Hill Primary School

Good419 pupils1.3 km
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Quarry Bank Primary School

Good388 pupils1.3 km
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Northfield Road Primary School

Inadequate394 pupils1.3 km
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Old Hill Primary School

Good221 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Woodman0.1 km
  • Dudley Water Sports Centre0.6 km
  • Saltwells Inn0.9 km
  • Elephant and Castle0.5 km
  • The Roost0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Good Choice0.9 km
  • Salvation Army Coffee Shop0.7 km
  • Central Cafe0.9 km
  • Eastern Nights Restaurant0.8 km
  • La Brunch0.7 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Mediterranean Pizza0.9 km
  • Ivan's Fish and Chips0.9 km
  • Hooked on Fish0.9 km
  • Al's Diner Limited0.9 km
  • Yo! To Go!0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • 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
  • Cradley Heath Mini Market 1 Ltd0.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Asda0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.9 km
  • Lidl1.0 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Aldi1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cradley Heath1.2 km
  • Old Hill2.3 km
  • Lye3.0 km