DY2 0SH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bradford Road, 0.1km from Woodside in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Netherton, Woodside and St Andrews ward and the Dudley South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DY2 0SH is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £145k, 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 0SH are sourced from Output Area E00049788 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRADFORD ROAD, DY2 0SH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRADFORD ROAD, DY2 0SH.
397
30
£ 32,700 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY2 0SH 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
With 51% social renting, DY2 0SH is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 0SH. The average age is 30.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 120,000
5 sales · Mean £ 125,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DY2 0SH is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Woodside Primary School and Nursery
Sutton School
Pegasus Academy
Netherton CofE Primary School
The Link Academy
Cherry Tree Learning Centre
Russells Hall Primary School
Blowers Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Star Wines1.0 km
- Young's Fresh Fruit0.9 km
- W H Smith (Russells Hall Hosp)0.9 km
- Bradford Mini Market0.0 km
- Holly Hall Pharmacy0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Moms Taste0.4 km
- Amy's Chinese0.3 km
- Godfather Pizza1.0 km
- The Blue Submarine1.0 km
- Crispy Cod0.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Inspire Gym0.7 km
- The King William0.6 km
- Hartshill Sport And Social Club0.6 km
- Railway Tavern0.3 km
- The Laurel Tree0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Compass at Child Support Agency1.0 km
- Peartree Cafe0.9 km
- Woodside Cafe0.4 km
- Little Adventures Nursery0.6 km
- Dosa Corner0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- One Stop0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley1.9 km
- Cradley Heath3.2 km
- Lye4.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DY20SH · Data under Open Government Licence