DY4 0BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wednesbury Oak Road, 0.2km from Gospel Oak in Tipton. Administratively it sits within Princes End ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DY4 0BS is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £110k, 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 DY4 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00050734 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEDNESBURY OAK ROAD, DY4 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEDNESBURY OAK ROAD, DY4 0BS.
325
40
£ 33,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY4 0BS 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.
Area Character
With 38% social renting, DY4 0BS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY4 0BS. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 110,000
2 sales · Mean £ 110,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY4 0BS has low crime rates — 32 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
Gospel Oak School
Wednesbury Oak Academy
Ocker Hill Academy
Ocker Hill Infant School
Glebefields Primary School
Jubilee Park Academy
St Martin's Church of England Primary School
Moorcroft Wood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Murry Hall Community Trust0.7 km
- Glyn Off Licence & Convenience Store1.0 km
- Greggs Bakery Outlet0.8 km
- Murray Hall Food Pantry0.7 km
- Constantine Convenience0.6 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Goldmine0.6 km
- Tipton Sports Academy Social Club0.0 km
- The Gospel Oak Tavern0.2 km
- Waggon and Horses0.9 km
- Rocketpool Inn0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Blessings0.6 km
- Happy House0.7 km
- The Island House0.9 km
- Cabin Chippy0.8 km
- Kings Grill and Pizza0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Suttons Cafe0.9 km
- Jubilee Young Peoples Centre1.0 km
- Peaky Bites Takeaway Café0.5 km
- Rocket Pools Inn And Restaurant0.9 km
- Warburtons Limited Canteen0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Stores Limited0.5 km
- Heron Foods0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tipton2.0 km
- Dudley Port2.4 km
- Coseley2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DY40BS · Data under Open Government Licence