Uplands Road is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY2 8BA 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 Uplands Road, Dudley, DY2 8BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY2 8BD, DY2 8AX, DY2 8BE, DY2 7TS, DY2 8BB, DY2 8AG, DY2 7TG, DY2 8BH, DY2 8AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY2 8BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 49.2% | 49.2% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.8% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 33.9% | 40.5% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 48.2% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 4.2% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 48% | 47.8% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 36.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 11.9% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 19.9% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 9% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 20.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 19.9% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.6% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 7.1% | 13.5% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 10.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 85.5% | 70.6% | -14.9% | 81.4% | -10.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 94.1% | 90.1% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 90.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 14.7% | 6.5% | 8.2% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Uplands Road was 32.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.1% lower than the St. James's average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Uplands Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in St. James's and the 316th lowest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Uplands Road, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,900 | 2026-03-17 | £170,900 |
| 13 Uplands Road, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-03-14 | £253,758 |
| 73 Uplands Road, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-01-19 | £177,590 |
| 49 Uplands Road, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-01-19 | £235,524 |
| 75 Uplands Road, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-12-15 | £160,262 |
DY2 8BA 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Transport and storage | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,442 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cradley Heath Nursery School Graingers Lane , B64 6AH | - not rated | 3,873 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensnett Nursery School Tiled House Lane , Pensnett DY5 4LH | - not rated | 5,293 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Batmans Hill Nursery School Adams Close , Off Turton Road DY4 9LJ | - not rated | 5,294 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sledmere Primary School The School Drive , Off Buffery Road DY2 8EH | - not rated | 721 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sledmere Primary School The School Drive , Off Buffery Road DY2 8EH | - not rated | 721 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sledmere Primary School The School Drive , Off Buffery Road DY2 8EH | - not rated | 727 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kates Hill Primary School Peel Street , DY2 7HP | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kates Hill Community Primary School Peel Street , DY2 7HP | - not rated | 774 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,845 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 | 1,284 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hillcrest School and Community College Simms Lane , Netherton DY2 0PB | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link Academy Simms Lane , Netherton DY2 0PB | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Gilbert Claughton School Blowers Green Road , DY2 8UZ | - not rated | 1,848 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle High School and Visual Arts College St James's Road , DY1 3JE | - not rated | 2,242 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley Regis College Hawes Lane , B65 9AH | - not rated | 2,304 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 | 1,207 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education Counselling Group Beechwood House , Beechwood Road DY2 7QA | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakham Centre Darby's Hill Road , Tividale B69 1SG | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas's School Bluecoat Base , Beechwood Road DY2 7QA | - not rated | 1,333 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle School Dudley Road , B65 8JY | - not rated | 1,605 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley Central Family Centre | Kates Hill And Sledmere Childrens Centre, Selborne Road | 730 yd | |
| Plot to Plate Community Cafe & Hub at Jasmine Road Community | 23 Jasmine Road, Dudley | 901 yd | |
| Desi Village | 14 High View Street, Dudley | 952 yd | |
| Sweet Therapy 1 | 53 Wheatsheaf Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bush Inn | 2 Buffery Road, Dudley | 637 yd | |
| Starvalley Bar & Restaurant Ltd | 301A Dudley Road | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat Wise | 121 New Rowley Road, Dudley | 301 yd | |
| Henry's Kitchen | 139 Green Park Road, Dudley | 681 yd | |
| Starfish | 192a Regent Road | 700 yd | |
| The Castle Fryer | 75 Dixons Green Road, Dudley | 836 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 88 Watsons Green Road, Dudley | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op Midland | 190 Regent Road | 700 yd | |
| Kates Hill Superstore | 14 St Johns Road, Dudley | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sledmere Primary School The School Drive | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Sledmere Playing Fields PARKFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Green Park Sports Complex GREEN PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Kates Hill Primary School PEEL STREET | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Buffery Park PARADISE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 913 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 | 206.6 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.