The Walk is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY3 1PL is located in the Sedgley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Walk, Dudley, DY3 1PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY3 1PB, DY3 1PW, DY3 1PJ, DY3 1PQ, DY3 1PA, DY3 1PN, DY3 1PP, DY3 1JD, DY3 1PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY3 1PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.1% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.9% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 33.6% | 36.7% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 11.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 41.3% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 31% | 34.3% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 15.5% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 7.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41% | 27.1% | -13.9% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 9.6% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 17% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 9.2% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.5% | 15.1% | 10.6% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 19.7% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97% | 95.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.7% | 96.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 29.3% | 13.5% | 15.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Walk was 134.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.5% higher than the Coseley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Walk has the 12th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Coseley and the 145th highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 66.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 The Walk, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2023-01-27 | £127,100 |
| 39 The Walk, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-10-22 | £154,955 |
| 28 The Walk, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-04-24 | £235,121 |
| 26 The Walk, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-10-16 | £171,500 |
| 28 The Walk, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2019-07-31 | £182,456 |
DY3 1PL 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 | 68 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 2,758 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Nursery School Phoenix Street , Blakenhall WV2 3JS | 3out of 4 | 3,054 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 3,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Nursery School Griffin Street , Off Colliery Rd WV1 2HH | 4out of 4 | 4,837 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Victoria Primary School Bilston Street , Sedgley DY3 1JB | 2out of 4 | 343 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Coppice Primary School Northway , Sedgley DY3 3PS | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School Catholic Lane , Sedgley DY3 3UE | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotwall End Primary School Cotwall End Road , Sedgley DY3 3YG | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Hill Primary School Paul Street , Hurst Hill WV14 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 1,537 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dormston School Mill Bank , Sedgley DY3 1SN | 3out of 4 | 479 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Khalsa Academy Wolverhampton Millfields Road , WV4 6AP | 3out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colton Hills Community School Jeremy Road , Goldthorn Park WV4 5DG | 3out of 4 | 2,300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellowes Hall Sports College Stickley Lane , Lower Gornal DY3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 2,348 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,585 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal School, Wolverhampton Penn Road , WV3 0EG | 3out of 4 | 3,547 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodsetton School Tipton Road , Woodsetton DY3 1BY | 3out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard Centre (Home and Hospital PRU) Lawnswood Campus , Lawnswood Avenue WV4 6SR | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Midpoint Centre (Key Stage 4 PRU) Lawnswood Avenue , Parkfields WV4 6SR | 3out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Braybrook Centre (Key Stage 3 PRU) Lawnswood Avenue , Parkfields WV4 6SR | 3out of 4 | 2,099 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan School Tunnel Street , Coseley WV14 9DE | - not rated | 2,166 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church Community Cafe | St Andrews United Reform Church, Bilston Street | 229 yd | |
| St Andrews United Reform Church | Bilston Street, Sedgley | 229 yd | |
| Ann's Thai Restaurant at Bulls Head | 27 Bilston Street, Sedgley | 229 yd | |
| Humbugs Coffee and Craft | 5 Penny Farthing Arcade, High Street | 397 yd | |
| Chambre Rose | 15 Mill Bank, Sedgley | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedgley Ex-Servicemens Club | The Walk, Sedgley | 149 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Public House | 144 High Street, Sedgley | 270 yd | |
| Sedgley Working Mens Club | School Street, Sedgley | 315 yd | |
| White Lion | 104 Bilston Street, Sedgley | 357 yd | |
| Marley's Bar | 1 High Street, Sedgley | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panahar Indian Takeaway Ltd | 9 Bilston Street, Sedgley | 229 yd | |
| Madina Tandoori Take-Away | 56 Bilston Street, Sedgley | 249 yd | |
| Blue Ocean Fish and Chip Shop | 128 Bilston Street, Sedgley | 357 yd | |
| Mayflower Chinese | 5 High Street, Sedgley | 379 yd | |
| Tasty Plaice | 11-13 High Street, Sedgley | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 30 Dudley Street, Sedgley | 523 yd | |
| Asda | High Holborn, Sedgley | 643 yd | |
| One Stop | 9 Alderwood Precinct, Sedgley | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Victoria Primary School BILSTON STREET | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| The Dormston Centre MILL BANK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| Power Flex Gym DUDLEY STREET | health and fitness suite | 565 yd |
| Feline Ladies (Closed) Holborn Centre Holborn Centre High Holborn | health and fitness suite | 708 yd |
| St. Chads Rc Primary School CATHOLIC LANE | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Tenscore Playing Field THE PRIORY | grass pitches | 877 yd |
| Cotwall End Primary School COTWALL END ROAD | grass pitches | 1,039 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.