DY3 1BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ratcliffe Close, 0.4km from Woodsetton in Coseley. Administratively it sits within Upper Gornal and Woodsetton ward and the Dudley North constituency.
For families considering a move, DY3 1BX represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £269k.
Census 2021 statistics for DY3 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00049474 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RATCLIFFE CLOSE, DY3 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RATCLIFFE CLOSE, DY3 1BX.
285
53
£ 36,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY3 1BX 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
DY3 1BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 74% 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 DY3 1BX. The average age is 53.4. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 269,000
2 sales · Mean £ 269,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY3 1BX has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Woodsetton School
Beacon Hill Academy
Bramford Primary School
Sycamore Short Stay School
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
The Dormston School
Queen Victoria Primary School
Hurst Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- Beech Green Store0.8 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- One Stop0.7 km
- Bramford Stores0.8 km
- Bramford Off Licence0.8 km
- Petrol Filling Station0.9 km
- Saver Express0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Lime0.9 km
- Cafe Casita0.9 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Limited1.0 km
- Pentecostal Church0.9 km
- Sycamore Green Adventure Centre0.7 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Bramford Arms0.8 km
- Britannia Inn1.0 km
- Coluccis Chopshop0.8 km
- Coseley Tavern1.0 km
- Gornal & Sedgley Labour Club & Inst0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Kim's Kitchen0.9 km
- New Kowloon House0.8 km
- Parkes Pizza & Kebab House0.5 km
- Golden City0.8 km
- Gornal Dynasty1.0 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coseley1.9 km
- Tipton2.9 km
- Dudley3.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DY31BX · Data under Open Government Licence