DY3 1DD is a safe, established residential area on Wansbeck Walk, 0.2km from Parkes Hall in Coseley. Administratively it sits within Upper Gornal and Woodsetton ward and the Dudley North constituency.
For families considering a move, DY3 1DD represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k, down 24.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY3 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00049447 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WANSBECK WALK, DY3 1DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WANSBECK WALK, DY3 1DD.
325
39
£ 36,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DY3 1DD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 81% 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. Property prices are trending down 24.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY3 1DD. The average age is 39.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 225,000
6 sales · Mean £ 233,408
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY3 1DD has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Beacon Hill Academy
Woodsetton School
Bramford Primary School
Sycamore Short Stay School
Wrens Nest Primary School
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
Hurst Hill Primary School
The Dormston School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Bramford Stores0.7 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Bramford Off Licence0.7 km
- Old Park Mini Market0.8 km
- Petrol Filling Station0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Bramford Arms0.6 km
- Britannia Inn1.0 km
- Coluccis Chopshop0.7 km
- Coseley Tavern1.0 km
- Gornal & Sedgley Labour Club & Inst1.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Beech Green Store0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Kim's Kitchen0.7 km
- New Kowloon House0.7 km
- Parkes Pizza & Kebab House0.2 km
- Golden City0.7 km
- Gornal Dynasty1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Cafe Casita1.0 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Limited1.0 km
- Pentecostal Church0.8 km
- Sycamore Green Adventure Centre0.6 km
- Owd Parch Caff0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coseley1.9 km
- Tipton2.7 km
- Dudley3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DY31DD · Data under Open Government Licence