Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

WANSBECK WALK, DY3 1DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WANSBECK WALK, DY3 1DD.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 36,200 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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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.

home £235,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British87.7%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences41
Vehicle crime13
Criminal damage and arson8
Burglary7
Other crime7

school Local Schools

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Beacon Hill Academy

Requires Improvement1013 pupils0.3 km
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Woodsetton School

Good103 pupils0.3 km
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Bramford Primary School

Good482 pupils0.4 km
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Sycamore Short Stay School

Good9 pupils0.6 km
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Wrens Nest Primary School

Good521 pupils1.1 km
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St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Good233 pupils1.1 km
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Hurst Hill Primary School

Good279 pupils1.2 km
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The Dormston School

Good1120 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.9 km
  • Beech Green Store0.7 km
fastfood

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

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