Alderwood Rise is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY3 2DY is located in the Upper Gornal & Woodsetton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley North. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alderwood Rise, Dudley, DY3 2DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY3 2BS, DY3 2DG, DY3 2DQ, DY3 2HS, DY3 2BP, DY3 2BL, DY3 2DF, DY3 2EA, DY3 2HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY3 2DY is primarily male, with 54.8% of the population 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 | 50.7% | 45.2% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 49.3% | 54.8% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
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 DY3 2DY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 37.5% | 42.6% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 40.8% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 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 | 52.7% | 41.5% | -11.2% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 38.8% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 14.7% | 7.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 22.2% | 2.2% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 13.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 16.5% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 18.8% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 21.1% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 99.7% | 98% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 99.7% | 98% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alderwood Rise was 131.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.8% lower than the Castle & Priory average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alderwood Rise has the 32nd highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle & Priory and the 151st highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Alderwood Rise, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2023-08-11 | £196,147 |
| 9 Alderwood Rise, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2021-05-07 | £177,123 |
| 18 Alderwood Rise, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2017-09-04 | £182,065 |
| 7 Alderwood Rise, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,950 | 2016-04-20 | £199,502 |
| 6 Alderwood Rise, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2015-12-18 | £213,349 |
DY3 2DY 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 | 124 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 4,902 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 5,077 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Nursery School Phoenix Street , Blakenhall WV2 3JS | 3out of 4 | 5,264 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 5,409 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Primary School Robert Street , Lower Gornal DY3 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 687 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Hall Primary School Zoar Street , Lower Gornal DY3 2PA | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School Catholic Lane , Sedgley DY3 3UE | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotwall End Primary School Cotwall End Road , Sedgley DY3 3YG | 3out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Straits Primary School Longfellow Road , Lower Gornal DY3 3EE | 3out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellowes Hall Sports College Stickley Lane , Lower Gornal DY3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Milner Catholic College Bishop Milner Catholic College , Burton Road DY1 3BY | 3out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dormston School Mill Bank , Sedgley DY3 1SN | 3out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Academy St James's Road , DY1 3JE | 2out of 4 | 2,851 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 | 3,153 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King Alfred School Lake Street , DY3 2AU | - not rated | 756 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Short Stay School Old Farm Estate , DY1 3QE | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodsetton School Tipton Road , Woodsetton DY3 1BY | 3out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wenlock School Fossil View , Wren's Hill Road DY1 3SS | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Learning Centre Overfield Road , Russell's Hall Estate DY1 2NX | - not rated | 2,256 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants Limited | Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 322 yd | |
| Cafe Casita | 18 Clarence Street, Upper Gornal | 430 yd | |
| Aashiqs Restaurant | 52 Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 478 yd | |
| Black Country Wellbeing Centre | Vale Street, Upper Gornal | 484 yd | |
| Pentecostal Church | Eve Lane, Upper Gornal | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill | 6 Windmill Street, Upper Gornal | 124 yd | |
| Upper Gornal Conservative Club | 46 Hill Street, Upper Gornal | 186 yd | |
| Britannia Inn | 109 Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 322 yd | |
| Spills Meadow | April House, Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 395 yd | |
| Gornal & Sedgley Labour Club & Inst | 78 Clarence Street, Upper Gornal | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Fusion | 104 Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 322 yd | |
| Gornal Dynasty | 105 Kent Street, Upper Gornal | 322 yd | |
| Kent's Tuck Inn | 2 The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 336 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 1 The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 336 yd | |
| Pizza Posh | 40 Clarence Street, Upper Gornal | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 336 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Dibdale Road West, Dudley | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vale Street Recreation Ground HILL STREET | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| Roberts Primary School ROBERT STREET | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| The Ellowes Hall Sports College Stickley Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 678 yd |
| Beacon Hill Academy HIGH ARCAL DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,075 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 | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.