Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

ROBIN HOOD ROAD, DY5 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROBIN HOOD ROAD, DY5 1BA.

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Population

239

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 36,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY5 1BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DY5 1BA is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £137k.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DY5 1BA is an up-and-coming urban area on Robin Hood Road, 0.2km from Merry Hill in Brierley Hill. Administratively it sits within Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood ward and the Stourbridge constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 120 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £137k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DY5 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00049900 (shared with 6 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 DY5 1BA. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.9%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 137,000

1 sales · Mean £ 137,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DY5 1BA is above average at 120 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting150
Violence and sexual offences101
Anti-social behaviour28
Other theft28
Criminal damage and arson24

school Local Schools

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Mount Pleasant Primary School

Good365 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's RC Primary School

Good194 pupils0.8 km
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Quarry Bank Primary School

Good388 pupils0.8 km
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Brierley Hill Primary School

Good235 pupils1.0 km
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Withymoor Primary School

Good410 pupils1.3 km
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Dudley Wood Primary School

Requires Improvement448 pupils1.3 km
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Netherton CofE Primary School

Good403 pupils1.4 km
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Thorns Collegiate Academy

Inadequate878 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

55 nearby
  • The Chuckling Cheese Company0.6 km
  • W H Smith0.6 km
  • Halfords0.5 km
  • Argos Extra0.7 km
  • Card Factory0.6 km
  • + 50 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

33 nearby
  • Hollywood Bowl0.6 km
  • Costa0.6 km
  • Wesley Methodist Chapel0.8 km
  • Bon Pan Asian Restaurant0.6 km
  • Five Guys0.6 km
  • + 28 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Beleaf Juice Bar0.5 km
  • KFC0.5 km
  • Sizzled0.6 km
  • The 3 A's Fish and Chips0.8 km
  • Take-A-Bite0.6 km
  • + 17 more
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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Abraham Darby0.6 km
  • Dudley Water Sports Centre1.0 km
  • Saltwells Inn0.4 km
  • Brierley Hop House1.0 km
  • Quarry Bank Conservative Club0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Asda0.4 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • News2U, Lower Mall0.6 km
  • B&M Homestores0.5 km
  • Sam's Superstore0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cradley Heath1.4 km
  • Lye2.3 km
  • Old Hill3.4 km