Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

PRESTWOOD ROAD, DY7 5AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTWOOD ROAD, DY7 5AE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

523

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY7 5AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DY7 5AE spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DY7 5AE is a sought-after residential area on Prestwood Road, 0.5km from Stewponey in Stourton. Administratively it sits within Kinver ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DY7, DY7 5AE offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DY7 5AE are sourced from Output Area E00151077 (shared with 17 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 DY7 5AE. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian4.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

DY7 5AE has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour8
Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Bicycle theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Candy Cabin0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Willow Tree Tea Rooms0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stourbridge3.7 km
  • Stourbridge Town4.1 km
  • Stourbridge Junction5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Stourton Crescent0.2 km
  • Stourton Crescent0.2 km
  • Bridgnorth Road0.3 km
  • Stourton Crescent0.3 km
  • Stourton Crescent0.3 km