Compton Drive is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY2 7ES is located in the St. Thomas's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Compton Drive, Dudley, DY2 7ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY2 7ER, DY2 7TP, DY2 7EU, DY2 7EX, DY2 7ET, DY2 7TE, DY2 7TW, DY2 7TQ, DY2 7TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY2 7ES has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.4% | 50% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DY2 7ES there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.9% | 28.4% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 62.3% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -7.0% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 6.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (86.2%) 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 | 39.5% | 51% | 11.5% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 48.5% | 35.2% | -13.3% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 9% | 12% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 17% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.3% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 13.2% | 1.5% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.2% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.4% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 36.1% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 7.2% | 12.4% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 9.3% |
| Pakistani | 6% | 10.7% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 8.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| White | 82.2% | 68.9% | -13.3% | 81.4% | -12.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 94% | 90.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 7.8% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 90.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.6% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 11.8% | 6.5% | 5.3% |
| Sikh | 10.3% | 0.9% | 9.4% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Compton Drive was 30.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.3% lower than the St. James's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Compton Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in St. James's and the 291st lowest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Compton Drive, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2021-04-23 | £363,199 |
| 6 Compton Drive, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2019-05-10 | £334,398 |
| 5 Compton Drive, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2017-08-18 | £304,738 |
| 1 Compton Drive, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2016-03-11 | £360,512 |
| 3 Compton Drive, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2014-10-10 | £330,671 |
DY2 7ES 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,746 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cradley Heath Nursery School Graingers Lane , B64 6AH | - not rated | 4,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Batmans Hill Nursery School Adams Close , Off Turton Road DY4 9LJ | - not rated | 4,909 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensnett Nursery School Tiled House Lane , Pensnett DY5 4LH | - not rated | 5,370 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kates Hill Primary School Peel Street , DY2 7HP | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kates Hill Community Primary School Peel Street , DY2 7HP | - not rated | 490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tividale Hall Primary School Regent Road , Tividale B69 1TR | 3out of 4 | 749 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The CofE School of St Edmund and St John Beechwood Road , DY2 7QA | - not rated | 925 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Church of England Primary School Beechwood Road , DY2 7QA | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton CofE Middle School Church Road , Netherton DY2 0LY | - not rated | 2,154 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Coat School Beechwood Road , DY2 7QA | - not rated | 912 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Gilbert Claughton School Blowers Green Road , DY2 8UZ | - not rated | 1,814 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle High School and Visual Arts College St James's Road , DY1 3JE | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Academy St James's Road , DY1 3JE | 3out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dudley School St James's Road , DY1 3JE | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 1,787 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley Regis College Hawes Lane , B65 9AH | - not rated | 2,625 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regent School Red Lion Close , Tividale B69 1TP | - not rated | 880 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education Counselling Group Beechwood House , Beechwood Road DY2 7QA | - not rated | 912 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas's School Bluecoat Base , Beechwood Road DY2 7QA | - not rated | 966 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakham Centre Darby's Hill Road , Tividale B69 1SG | - not rated | 1,345 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abberley Street Pupil Referral Unit Abberley Street , DY2 8QY | - not rated | 1,510 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plot to Plate Community Cafe & Hub at Jasmine Road Community | 23 Jasmine Road, Dudley | 519 yd | |
| Desi Village | 14 High View Street, Dudley | 614 yd | |
| Dudley Central Family Centre | Kates Hill And Sledmere Childrens Centre, Selborne Road | 694 yd | |
| Sweet Therapy 1 | 53 Wheatsheaf Road | 915 yd | |
| Dudley Ex-Servicemens Club | 51 Hall Street, Dudley | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bush Inn | 2 Buffery Road, Dudley | 623 yd | |
| Tivi Ale Micro Bar | 45-47 Regent Road | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry's Kitchen | 139 Green Park Road, Dudley | 331 yd | |
| Starfish | 192a Regent Road | 559 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 88 Watsons Green Road, Dudley | 582 yd | |
| Eat Wise | 121 New Rowley Road, Dudley | 625 yd | |
| The Castle Fryer | 75 Dixons Green Road, Dudley | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op Midland | 190 Regent Road | 559 yd | |
| Kates Hill Superstore | 14 St Johns Road, Dudley | 692 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Green Park Sports Complex GREEN PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 408 yd |
| Kates Hill Primary School PEEL STREET | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Buffery Park PARADISE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 911 yd |
| St Thomas Community Network (Closed) Beechwood Road | 964 yd | |
| Sledmere Primary School The School Drive | grass pitches | 989 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.