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.
KING WILLIAM STREET, DY8 4ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KING WILLIAM STREET, DY8 4ES.
330
40
£ 36,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Amblecote Primary School
Brook Primary School
Hawbush Primary School
The Wordsley School
Ashwood Park Primary School
Peters Hill Primary School
St James's CofE Primary School
Pens Meadow School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Pizza Hut0.5 km
- Ocean Boat0.8 km
- Swan Chippy0.7 km
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
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Glasshouse Shop0.6 km
- Vicarage Convenience Store0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: DY84ES · Data under Open Government Licence