DY4 0BE is a safe, established residential area on Farmer Way, 0.5km from Gospel Oak in Tipton. Administratively it sits within Princes End ward and the West Bromwich West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £274k, up 7.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY4 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00050737 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARMER WAY, DY4 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARMER WAY, DY4 0BE.
286
44
£ 37,000 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DY4 0BE — age 44, 95% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 7.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY4 0BE. The average age is 43.7. 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
Detached
£ 271,500
10 sales · Mean £ 268,150
Semi-Detached
£ 230,000
7 sales · Mean £ 214,285
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY4 0BE has low crime rates — 22 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
Gospel Oak School
Ocker Hill Infant School
Ocker Hill Academy
Wednesbury Oak Academy
Jubilee Park Academy
Glebefields Primary School
St Martin's Church of England Primary School
Moorcroft Wood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Glyn Off Licence & Convenience Store0.8 km
- Murray Hall Food Pantry0.9 km
- Constantine Convenience0.6 km
- Esso0.5 km
- H & V Convenience Store Ltd0.4 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Gospel Oak Tavern0.3 km
- The Goldmine0.6 km
- Tipton Sports Academy Social Club0.3 km
- Waggon and Horses0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Happy House0.9 km
- Glyn Fish Bar0.8 km
- Blessings0.6 km
- Kings Grill and Pizza0.4 km
- The Island House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Warburtons Limited Canteen0.7 km
- Peaky Bites Takeaway Café0.7 km
- Adient Seating (Servest Catering)0.9 km
- Suttons Cafe0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores Limited0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tipton2.3 km
- Dudley Port2.6 km
- Coseley2.7 km
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Postcode Profile: DY40BE · Data under Open Government Licence