Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

THE CLOSE, DY7 5HX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CLOSE, DY7 5HX.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DY7 5HX's low deprivation rank, 56% ownership, and £785k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £785k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DY7 5HX is a safe, established residential area on The Close, 0.1km from Enville in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Trysull and Seisdon ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, DY7 5HX represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £785k.

Census 2021 statistics for DY7 5HX are sourced from Output Area E00151167 (shared with 13 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 5HX. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 730,000

7 sales · Mean £ 712,414

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

DY7 5HX has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cat Inn0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Enville Newsagents0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Archies Attic0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stourbridge7.8 km
  • Stourbridge Town8.2 km
  • Stourbridge Junction9.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Blundies Lane0.1 km
  • Blundies Lane0.1 km
  • Brown's Lake Road0.5 km
  • Brown's Lake Road0.5 km