Birmingham New Road is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY1 4DA is located in the Castle & Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley North. This postcode has been in use since 2004-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birmingham New Road, Dudley, DY1 4DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY1 4BZ, DY1 4BX, DY4 8AQ, DY1 4FG, DY1 4BU, DY1 4BS, DY4 8DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY1 4DA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 49.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DY1 4DA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.2% | 58.5% | 16.3% | 37.9% | 20.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.7% | 15.9% | -21.8% | 44.2% | -28.3% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 16.4% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 43.1% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.6% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 6.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 26.2% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 15% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.1% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 17% | 2.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 21.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 6.5% | 1.9% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 83.1% | 86.3% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 89.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 2.4% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 90.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 3.6% | 0.6% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birmingham New Road was 536.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 296.6% higher than the Castle & Priory average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Birmingham New Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle & Priory and the 14th highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 137.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Mill House Birmingham New Road, Dudley, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £7,712,156 | 2021-06-03 | £8,569,062 |
| Castle Mill House Birmingham New Road, Dudley, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £2,650,000 | 2018-06-07 | £3,427,017 |
DY1 4DA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,710 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 5,048 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxyards Primary School Foxyards Road , DY4 8BH | - not rated | 752 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Primary School Limes Road , Priory Estate DY1 4AQ | 1out of 4 | 781 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tipton Green Junior School Manor Road , DY4 8PR | 2out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silvertrees Academy Silvertrees Road , DY4 8NH | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrens Nest Primary School Marigold Crescent , Wrens Nest Estate DY1 3NX | 3out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James Academy St James's Road , DY1 3JE | 2out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Milner Catholic College Bishop Milner Catholic College , Burton Road DY1 3BY | 3out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Q3 Academy Tipton Alexandra Road , DY4 7NR | 1out of 4 | 2,642 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pegasus Academy Scotts Green Close , DY1 2DU | 2out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,060 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wenlock School Fossil View , Wren's Hill Road DY1 3SS | - not rated | 869 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Victoria Park Victoria Road , Tipton DY4 8SB | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Short Stay School Old Farm Estate , DY1 3QE | 3out of 4 | 1,793 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Impact Independent School 102 -104 Birmingham Road , Dudley DY1 4RF | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley Port School Dudley Port School , station drive DY4 7QR | - not rated | 2,523 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gongoozler | 501 Birmingham New Road, Dudley | 452 yd | |
| The Colliery | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd | |
| Tube Works Cafe | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd | |
| The Elephant & Castle Pub | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd | |
| Visitor Welcome Centre Cafe | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottle & Glass | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses | 57 Dudley Road | 704 yd | |
| Hot Shot Snooker Club (entrance on High Street) | Unit 12 And 13, Phoenix House, Castle Street | 820 yd | |
| Harvester Castle Gate | Castlegate Way, Dudley | 1,063 yd | |
| The Fountain Inn | Fountain Inn, 51 Owen Street | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbs and Sons Fish and Chip Shop | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd | |
| Fried Fish Shop | Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road | 508 yd | |
| Porky Blinders | 141 Priory Road, Dudley | 521 yd | |
| Priory Fryer | 137 Priory Road, Dudley | 552 yd | |
| Amelia's | 209 Priory Road, Priory Road | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Shop Group | Unit 10, Castle Mill Works | 2 yd | |
| Aldi | Priory Road, Dudley | 581 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Donkey Pool Playing Fields PRIORY ROAD | grass pitches | 649 yd |
| Priory Park PRIORY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 750 yd |
| Foxyards Primary School FOXYARDS ROAD | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Priory Primary School LIMES ROAD | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Dudley College Of Technology (Broadway Campus) (Closed) The Broadway | health and fitness suite | 1,031 yd |
| Dudley College (Mons Hill) (Closed) Wrens Hill Road | grass pitches | 1,046 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.