DY4 0BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Diane Close, 0.5km from Gospel Oak in Tipton. Administratively it sits within Princes End ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DY4, DY4 0BW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k.
Census 2021 statistics for DY4 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00050731 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DIANE CLOSE, DY4 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DIANE CLOSE, DY4 0BW.
241
51
£ 37,000 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY4 0BW 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DY4 0BW — age 51, 91% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 DY4 0BW. The average age is 50.5. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 316,000
1 sales · Mean £ 316,000
Semi-Detached
£ 297,000
1 sales · Mean £ 297,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY4 0BW has low crime rates — 26 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
St Martin's Church of England Primary School
Moorcroft Wood Primary School
Ocker Hill Academy
Ocker Hill Infant School
Glebefields Primary School
Jubilee Park Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Murry Hall Community Trust1.0 km
- God's Gift1.0 km
- Glyn Off Licence & Convenience Store0.6 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Greggs Bakery Outlet0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Goldmine1.0 km
- Tipton Sports Academy Social Club0.4 km
- The Gospel Oak Tavern0.2 km
- Rocketpool Inn0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Blessings1.0 km
- Bradleys No1 Pizza0.8 km
- Singh For Your Supper0.8 km
- Happy House0.5 km
- Kings Grill and Pizza0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- The Fiery Grill & Curry0.7 km
- Peaky Bites Takeaway Café0.9 km
- Morning Glory0.7 km
- Rocket Pools Inn And Restaurant0.6 km
- Warburtons Limited Canteen0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores Limited0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tipton2.3 km
- Coseley2.3 km
- Dudley Port2.8 km
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Postcode Profile: DY40BW · Data under Open Government Licence