Is DY7 5AB a safe place to live?

Yes, DY7 5AB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 36 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DY7 5AB?

The average property price in DY7 5AB is currently around £320k.

What is the population of DY7 5AB?

The population for the DY7 5AB area is approximately 523 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

PRESTWOOD ROAD, DY7 5AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTWOOD ROAD, DY7 5AB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

523

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY7 5AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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8/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DY7 5AB spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. £320k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 37.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DY7 5AB is a sought-after residential area on Prestwood Road, 0.4km from Stewponey in Stourton. Administratively it sits within Kinver ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, DY7 5AB is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

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 £320k, down 37.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DY7 5AB are sourced from Output Area E00151077 (shared with 17 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 DY7 5AB. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%

Asian / British Asian4.4%

Black / African / Caribbean1.3%

Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 320,000

3 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

DY7 5AB has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour8

Burglary4

Violence and sexual offences2

Criminal damage and arson1

Bicycle theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Candy Cabin0.2 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Dunsley Hall1.0 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Harleys Smokehouse Ltd1.0 km
Willow Tree Tea Rooms0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Stourbridge3.7 km
Stourbridge Town4.1 km
Stourbridge Junction4.9 km

Bus Stops

Bridgnorth Road0.1 km
Stourton Crescent0.1 km
Stourton Crescent0.1 km
Stourton Crescent0.3 km
Stourton Crescent0.3 km