DY1 3EQ is a safe, established residential area on The Parade, 0.3km from Shavers End in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Castle and Priory ward and the Dudley North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Dudley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £189k, down 7.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY1 3EQ are sourced from Output Area E00171364 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE PARADE, DY1 3EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PARADE, DY1 3EQ.
287
36
£ 34,700 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY1 3EQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines DY1 3EQ — 50% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY1 3EQ. The average age is 35.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 189,750
2 sales · Mean £ 189,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY1 3EQ has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St James Academy
Priory Primary School
Jesson's CofE Primary School (VA)
Bishop Milner Catholic College
Blowers Green Primary School
Wrens Nest Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Milking Bank Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
61 nearby- Churchill News0.9 km
- Dudley Halal Butchers Limited0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Londis, MFG Fuel Service Station0.4 km
- The Cake Shop0.6 km
- + 56 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- The Court House0.7 km
- The Full Moon0.8 km
- The Grange Pub0.4 km
- Club Dudley1.0 km
- Dubliners Bar & Cafe0.9 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
55 nearby- Bake N Butty0.8 km
- Café Mino0.8 km
- Charlton House Bar/Restaurant0.7 km
- D-Cube Restobar0.9 km
- DMC Motorcycles0.9 km
- + 50 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Dudley Drinks Stop0.4 km
- Sunny Jenny/JJE Supermarket0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Maxisaver0.9 km
- Farmfoods0.8 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- Chaiiwala0.8 km
- Chicken Hut0.8 km
- Five Star Caterers0.4 km
- Pizza Italy0.5 km
- Papa Johns0.5 km
- + 37 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley0.8 km
- Tipton2.4 km
- Dudley Port3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DY13EQ · Data under Open Government Licence