DY2 0BL is a safe, established residential area on Saltwells Road, 0.4km from Mushroom Green in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood ward and the Stourbridge constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k, down 20.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY2 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00049962 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SALTWELLS ROAD, DY2 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALTWELLS ROAD, DY2 0BL.
541
37
£ 36,300 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DY2 0BL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 20.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY2 0BL. The average age is 36.9. 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
Terraced
£ 130,000
13 sales · Mean £ 134,761
Semi-Detached
£ 145,000
3 sales · Mean £ 144,166
Detached
£ 255,000
3 sales · Mean £ 259,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY2 0BL has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dudley Wood Primary School
Quarry Bank Primary School
Netherton CofE Primary School
Netherbrook Primary School
Corngreaves Academy
Mount Pleasant Primary School
Northfield Road Primary School
St Mary's RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Elephant and Castle1.0 km
- Dudley Water Sports Centre0.4 km
- Saltwells Inn0.4 km
- The Victoria Inn0.6 km
- The Woodman0.5 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- 7 Til Late Convenience Store0.3 km
- Best Price Mini Supermarket0.3 km
- Deu News Newsagents0.8 km
- G & S News0.7 km
- Saltwells Post Office & One Stop Sho0.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The 3 A's Fish and Chips1.0 km
- Netherton Tasty Bites0.3 km
- Tin Sing Takeaway1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sam's Superstore0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cradley Heath1.2 km
- Old Hill2.7 km
- Lye2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: DY20BL · Data under Open Government Licence