Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

HIGH STREET, DY8 5SB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, DY8 5SB.

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Population

393

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DY8 5SB's 56% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

DY8 5SB is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.2km from The Green in Kingswinford. Administratively it sits within Wordsley ward and the Dudley South constituency.

For families considering a move, DY8 5SB represents 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DY8 5SB are sourced from Output Area E00050179 (shared with 7 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 DY8 5SB. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 172,000

1 sales · Mean £ 172,000

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

DY8 5SB has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences68
Criminal damage and arson18
Shoplifting15
Vehicle crime11
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Pens Meadow School

Good111 pupils0.5 km
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Fairhaven Primary School

Requires Improvement297 pupils0.5 km
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Belle Vue Primary School

Requires Improvement453 pupils0.8 km
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The Wordsley School

Good841 pupils0.8 km
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Brook Primary School

Good404 pupils0.9 km
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Ashwood Park Primary School

Good324 pupils0.9 km
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Glynne Primary School

Good475 pupils1.1 km
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Dingle Community Primary School

Good182 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-op0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's Local0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Ocean Boat0.6 km
  • Wordsley Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
  • Wordsley Tandoori0.1 km
  • Hong Kong House0.2 km
  • Sir Winston Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Spar0.2 km
  • Nigel Cox Butchers0.9 km
  • Pritchards Garages Limited (ELF)(K)0.5 km
  • Sandringham Food & Wine0.7 km
  • Barnett Lane Stores0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Glass Cutter Arms P H0.4 km
  • The New Inn0.2 km
  • The Rose And Crown0.2 km
  • The Glassworks0.6 km
  • The Old Cat0.1 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Crystal Balti0.2 km
  • Hollie's Tea Rooms of Wordsley0.0 km
  • Wordsley Green Cafe0.2 km
  • Holy Trinity Church & Hall0.1 km
  • Oh-So Coffee0.9 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stourbridge2.7 km
  • Stourbridge Town2.9 km
  • Lye3.8 km