DY4 0DH is a safe, established residential area on Margaret Vale, 0.5km from Ocker Hill in Tipton. Administratively it sits within Princes End ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
For families considering a move, DY4 0DH represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £219k, down 8.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY4 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00050733 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARGARET VALE, DY4 0DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARGARET VALE, DY4 0DH.
390
43
£ 37,000 /yr
58%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DY4 0DH — age 43, 86% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY4 0DH. The average age is 42.5. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 202,125
6 sales · Mean £ 217,291
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY4 0DH has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ocker Hill Infant School
Ocker Hill Academy
Gospel Oak School
Jubilee Park Academy
Wednesbury Oak Academy
Moorcroft Wood Primary School
Glebefields Primary School
Holyhead Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Glyn Off Licence & Convenience Store0.9 km
- Constantine Convenience0.8 km
- Esso0.4 km
- H & V Convenience Store Ltd0.6 km
- Ockerhill Convenience Store0.8 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Gospel Oak Tavern0.6 km
- The Goldmine0.6 km
- Tipton Sports Academy Social Club0.6 km
- Waggon and Horses0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Warburtons Limited Canteen0.4 km
- Adient Seating (Servest Catering)0.6 km
- Suttons Cafe0.5 km
- Peaky Bites Takeaway Café0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Glyn Fish Bar0.9 km
- Blessings0.6 km
- The Island House0.8 km
- Kings Grill and Pizza0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tipton2.5 km
- Dudley Port2.7 km
- Coseley3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DY40DH · Data under Open Government Licence