DY8 4RP is a sought-after residential area on Kingsway, 0.2km from Lowtown in Stourbridge. Administratively it sits within Wollaston and Stourbridge Town ward and the Stourbridge constituency.
For serious buyers, DY8 4RP is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 90% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £243k, down 19.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DY8 4RP are sourced from Output Area E00050125 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINGSWAY, DY8 4RP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSWAY, DY8 4RP.
285
43
£ 39,800 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DY8 4RP 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.
Area Character
DY8 4RP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 19.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DY8 4RP. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
Detached
£ 260,000
2 sales · Mean £ 260,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DY8 4RP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St James's CofE Primary School
Ashwood Park Primary School
Ridgewood High School
The Ridge Primary School
Amblecote Primary School
Brook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Spin2Win Entertainments Limited1.0 km
- Wollaston Post Office & Shop0.6 km
- Nisa0.1 km
- Fletcher Drinks Cabinet0.7 km
- Harris Butchers0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Forget-Me-Not House B&B0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Gate Hangs Well0.8 km
- The Princess0.6 km
- Wollaston Lawn Tennis Club0.9 km
- Foresters Arms0.7 km
- Kingsbridge0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Loaded Desserts0.6 km
- East One Curry House Ltd0.6 km
- Indus Express0.7 km
- Discover U Tea Rooms0.6 km
- St James's Church Hall0.6 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Wollaston News and Off Licence0.6 km
- A Atwal Convenience Store Ltd0.6 km
- Glasshouse Shop1.0 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Red Chilli0.6 km
- The Golden Boat0.6 km
- Wollaston Fish Bar0.6 km
- San Wu House0.6 km
- KB Fish Bar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stourbridge1.6 km
- Stourbridge Town1.9 km
- Stourbridge Junction3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Frairs Gorse0.3 km
- no. 560.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DY84RP · Data under Open Government Licence