Postcode Analysis Dudley, West Midlands

KINGSWAY, DY8 4RP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSWAY, DY8 4RP.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences81
Vehicle crime11
Criminal damage and arson9
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order7

school Local Schools

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St James's CofE Primary School

Good412 pupils0.1 km
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Ashwood Park Primary School

Good324 pupils0.8 km
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Ridgewood High School

Requires Improvement658 pupils0.9 km
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The Ridge Primary School

Good228 pupils1.1 km
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Amblecote Primary School

Good297 pupils1.2 km
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Brook Primary School

Good404 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Forget-Me-Not House B&B0.6 km
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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
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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
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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
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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