Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

KING WILLIAM STREET, DY8 4ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KING WILLIAM STREET, DY8 4ES.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DY8 4ES represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 40, DY8 4ES has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £168k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 12.6% year-on-year.

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

DY8 4ES is a safe, established residential area on King William Street, 0.2km from Dennis Street in Stourbridge. Administratively it sits within Amblecote ward and the Stourbridge constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 12.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DY8 4ES are sourced from Output Area E00049210 (shared with 11 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 DY8 4ES. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 165,000

2 sales · Mean £ 165,000

Semi-Detached

£ 174,000

1 sales · Mean £ 174,000

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

DY8 4ES has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Shoplifting23
Burglary13
Vehicle crime11
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Amblecote Primary School

Good297 pupils0.4 km
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Brook Primary School

Good404 pupils0.4 km
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Hawbush Primary School

Requires Improvement271 pupils0.9 km
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The Wordsley School

Good841 pupils0.9 km
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Ashwood Park Primary School

Good324 pupils1.3 km
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Peters Hill Primary School

Good849 pupils1.4 km
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St James's CofE Primary School

Good412 pupils1.4 km
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Pens Meadow School

Good111 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The Bird In Hand0.7 km
  • The Robin Hood Inn0.1 km
  • The New Talbot1.0 km
  • The New Wellington0.7 km
  • Amblecote Institute Social Club0.4 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Ruby Cantonese Restaurant0.6 km
  • Cafe Xpresso/The Little Green Olive0.7 km
  • Indiluxe Restaurant0.5 km
  • Ruskin Mill Glasshouse College Cafe0.6 km
  • The Unicorn Centre0.1 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Pizza Hut0.5 km
  • Ocean Boat0.8 km
  • Swan Chippy0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • One Stop0.8 km
  • Local Express Sandfield Stores0.7 km
  • Red House Glass Cone0.8 km
  • Shell Brierley1.0 km
  • Pritchards Garages Limited (ELF)(K)0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • Glasshouse Shop0.6 km
  • Vicarage Convenience Store0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Rawson's Retreat0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stourbridge1.5 km
  • Stourbridge Town1.7 km
  • Lye2.5 km