DY2 7HG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on East Street, 0.3km from Kate's Hill in Dudley (Dudley). Administratively it sits within St Thomas's ward and the Dudley North constituency.
For families considering a move, DY2 7HG represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Dudley.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £203k.
Census 2021 statistics for DY2 7HG are sourced from Output Area E00050051 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST STREET, DY2 7HG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST STREET, DY2 7HG.
299
37
£ 35,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY2 7HG 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
DY2 7HG has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY2 7HG. The average age is 36.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 210,000
3 sales · Mean £ 225,666
Terraced
£ 161,250
2 sales · Mean £ 161,250
Semi-Detached
£ 158,500
1 sales · Mean £ 158,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY2 7HG has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Kates Hill Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Beechwood Church of England Primary School
Sledmere Primary School
Tividale Hall Primary School
Blowers Green Primary School
Burnt Tree Primary School
St James Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- Churchill News0.8 km
- Holland & Barrett1.0 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Wilko0.9 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- + 34 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Bush Inn0.4 km
- The Court House1.0 km
- The Full Moon1.0 km
- Tivi Ale Micro Bar1.0 km
- Casino 360.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- D-Cube Restobar0.9 km
- KFC0.9 km
- Nanny Edna's Hot Pork Cob Shop0.8 km
- Bella Italia Dudley0.9 km
- Burger King1.0 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Sunny Jenny/JJE Supermarket0.9 km
- Farmfoods0.9 km
- Heron Foods1.0 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Kates Hill Superstore0.3 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Chaiiwala1.0 km
- Chicken Hut1.0 km
- Bobby's Burgers1.0 km
- Mughal Gardens1.0 km
- Pars Pizza & Kebab House1.0 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Village Urban Resort0.9 km
- Premier Inn0.9 km
- Quality Hotel0.7 km
- Superior Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley1.3 km
- Dudley Port2.5 km
- Tipton2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: DY27HG · Data under Open Government Licence