Burton Road is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY1 3TA is located in the Castle & Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley North. This postcode has been in use since 2008-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burton Road, Dudley, DY1 3TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY1 3TD, DY1 2UF, DY1 3LZ, DY1 3TB, DY1 3TE, DY1 3TH, DY1 3LT, DY3 2FB, DY1 3DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY1 3TA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.1% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.9% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 41.3% | -1.9% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 42% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 5.3% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.3% | 51.6% | -10.7% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 40.1% | 10.3% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 5.7% | 6.4% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -6.3% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around DY1 3TA this area, 6.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 6.4% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.6% | 10.1% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 18.6% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.9% | 22% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 34.1% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 93.8% | 86.1% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 93.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 93.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 4% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burton Road was 97.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.0% lower than the Castle & Priory average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burton Road has the 45th highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle & Priory and the 243rd highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 51.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Ripley Grove, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2025-03-21 | £257,232 |
| 48 Ripley Grove, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2024-04-09 | £153,290 |
| 19 Ripley Grove, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-02-09 | £176,074 |
| 17 Ripley Grove, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-06-30 | £232,955 |
| 42 Ripley Grove, Dudley, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2023-01-31 | £92,920 |
DY1 3TA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 164 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Human health and social work activities | 52 |
| Education | 42 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 31 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 4,431 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 5,093 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 5,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrens Nest Primary School Marigold Crescent , Wrens Nest Estate DY1 3NX | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roberts Primary School Robert Street , Lower Gornal DY3 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milking Bank Primary School Aintree Way , Milking Bank DY1 2SL | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Hall Primary School Zoar Street , Lower Gornal DY3 2PA | 3out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramford Primary School Chad Road , Coseley WV14 9TU | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Milner Catholic College Bishop Milner Catholic College , Burton Road DY1 3BY | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellowes Hall Sports College Stickley Lane , Lower Gornal DY3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Academy St James's Road , DY1 3JE | 2out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dormston School Mill Bank , Sedgley DY3 1SN | 3out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley College of Technology The Broadway , DY1 4AS | - not rated | 2,372 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Short Stay School Old Farm Estate , DY1 3QE | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King Alfred School Lake Street , DY3 2AU | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wenlock School Fossil View , Wren's Hill Road DY1 3SS | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodsetton School Tipton Road , Woodsetton DY3 1BY | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Learning Centre Overfield Road , Russell's Hall Estate DY1 2NX | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aashiqs Restaurant | 52 Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 336 yd | |
| Pentecostal Church | Eve Lane, Upper Gornal | 376 yd | |
| Sycamore Green Adventure Centre | Sycamore Green, Dudley | 607 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Limited | Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 655 yd | |
| Owd Parch Caff | 157A Old Park Road, Dudley | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spills Meadow | April House, Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 510 yd | |
| Britannia Inn | 109 Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 655 yd | |
| The Black Bear | 86 Deepdale Lane, Lower Gornal | 671 yd | |
| The Meadowlark | Dibdale Road, Dudley | 748 yd | |
| Bahias Snooker Club | Dibdale Road West, Dudley | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finns Fish Bar | 14 Jews Lane, Upper Gornal | 347 yd | |
| Kent's Tuck Inn | 2 The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 502 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 1 The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 502 yd | |
| Kim's Kitchen | 38 Beech Green, Dudley | 600 yd | |
| New Kowloon House | 37 Beech Green, Dudley | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 502 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 158 Old Park Road, Dudley | 607 yd | |
| Beech Green Store | 41 Beech Green, Dudley | 625 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Dibdale Road West, Dudley | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton Road Playing Fields KINLOCH DRIVE | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Wrens Nest Primary School FOXGLOVE ROAD | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Wrens Nest Primary School (Closed) Foxglove Road | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Bishop Milner Catholic College BURTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 760 yd |
| Roberts Primary School ROBERT STREET | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Vale Street Recreation Ground HILL STREET | grass pitches | 950 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 27.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.