Is DY7 5BA a safe place to live?

Yes, DY7 5BA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DY7 5BA?

The average property price in DY7 5BA is currently around £788k.

What is the population of DY7 5BA?

The population for the DY7 5BA area is approximately 495 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

GREENSFORGE LANE, DY7 5BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREENSFORGE LANE, DY7 5BA.

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Population

495

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY7 5BA 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.

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7/10

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6/10

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1/10

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Area Character

DY7 5BA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £788k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

DY7 5BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Greensforge Lane, 0.5km from Gothersley in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Kinver ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DY7, DY7 5BA offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 84% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £788k.

Census 2021 statistics for DY7 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00151074 (shared with 50 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 5BA. The average age is 54.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%

Asian / British Asian2.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.0%

Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 28%

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

£ 788,250

1 sales · Mean £ 788,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DY7 5BA has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Stourbridge4.6 km
Stourbridge Town5.0 km
Stourbridge Junction6.0 km