Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

STEWPONEY LOCK, DY7 5AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STEWPONEY LOCK, DY7 5AU.

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 5AU 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

No single demographic signal dominates DY7 5AU — age 48, 88% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

DY7 5AU is a sought-after residential area on Stewponey Lock, 0.6km from Stewponey in Stourton. Administratively it sits within Kinver ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, DY7 5AU is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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.

Census 2021 statistics for DY7 5AU 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 5AU. 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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DY7 5AU 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 Cabin0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Dunsley Hall0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Harleys Smokehouse Ltd0.8 km
  • Willow Tree Tea Rooms0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stourbridge3.9 km
  • Stourbridge Town4.3 km
  • Stourbridge Junction5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridgnorth Road0.1 km
  • Bridgnorth Road0.1 km
  • Bridgnorth Road0.2 km
  • Stourton Crescent0.3 km
  • Stourton Crescent0.3 km