Summer Lane is in Dudley and in Dudley district. DY3 2EX is located in the Gornal electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Summer Lane, Dudley, DY3 2EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY3 2EY, DY3 2HN, DY3 2EZ, DY3 2EU, DY3 2PF, DY3 2BF, DY3 2HP, DY3 2AS, DY3 2AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY3 2EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 2EX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% 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 | 38.1% | 42.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.1% | 32.3% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 12.1% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 11.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 36.9% | 37.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 42.9% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12.5% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.8% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around DY3 2EX this area, 33.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 33.6% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 9.8% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 11.9% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.2% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 17.4% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 6% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 92.4% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.9% | 96.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 97.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.7% | 13.5% | 17.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Summer Lane was 164.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.7% higher than the Castle & Priory average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Summer Lane has the 23rd highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Castle & Priory and the 108th highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Summer Lane, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2024-07-03 | £247,492 |
| 113 Summer Lane, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2023-07-18 | £136,182 |
| 125 Summer Lane, Dudley, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-11-16 | £238,070 |
| 122 Summer Lane, Dudley, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2019-10-07 | £145,115 |
| 111 Summer Lane, Dudley, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2018-11-02 | £143,056 |
DY3 2EX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DY3 2EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,782 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hall Primary School Zoar Street , Lower Gornal DY3 2PA | 3out of 4 | 390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roberts Primary School Robert Street , Lower Gornal DY3 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 468 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milking Bank Primary School Aintree Way , Milking Bank DY1 2SL | 3out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Straits Primary School Longfellow Road , Lower Gornal DY3 3EE | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Russells Hall Primary School Overfield Road , Russells Hall Estate DY1 2NX | 4out of 4 | 1,725 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 | 716 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Milner Catholic College Bishop Milner Catholic College , Burton Road DY1 3BY | 3out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dormston School Mill Bank , Sedgley DY3 1SN | 3out of 4 | 2,537 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pegasus Academy Scotts Green Close , DY1 2DU | 2out of 4 | 2,551 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 | 3,269 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 | 270 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Learning Centre Overfield Road , Russell's Hall Estate DY1 2NX | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Short Stay School Old Farm Estate , DY1 3QE | 3out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodsetton School Tipton Road , Woodsetton DY3 1BY | 3out of 4 | 2,190 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton School and Specialist College Scotts Green Close , Russells Hall Estate DY1 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,496 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Street Methodist Church | Lake Street, Lower Gornal | 200 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 11A Abbey Road, Lower Gornal | 570 yd | |
| Oh Flopping Fiddlesticks | 21 Louise Street, Lower Gornal | 651 yd | |
| Le Raj | 31-37 Louise Street, Lower Gornal | 654 yd | |
| Mad Hatters of Dudley | 39 Louise Street, Lower Gornal | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal British Legion | Ruiton Street, Lower Gornal | 214 yd | |
| Fountain | 8 Temple Street, Lower Gornal | 266 yd | |
| The Chapel House | 28 Ruiton Street, Lower Gornal | 273 yd | |
| MNJ Pubs | 1 Redhall Road, Lower Gornal, Dudley | 360 yd | |
| Black Country Ales | 1 Redhall Road, Lower Gornal | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemo's | 14 Lake Street, Lower Gornal | 200 yd | |
| Eastern Delights | 1 Ruiton Street, Lower Gornal | 214 yd | |
| Bengal Flame | 50 Zoar Street, Lower Gornal | 368 yd | |
| Fans Chinese Takeaway | 16 Redhall Road, Lower Gornal | 446 yd | |
| New Jasmine | 12 Abbey Road, Lower Gornal, Dudley | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 18 Louise Street, Lower Gornal | 655 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Dibdale Road West, Dudley | 844 yd | |
| Tesco Express | The Arcade, Upper Gornal | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roberts Primary School ROBERT STREET | grass pitches | 393 yd |
| Abbey St Recreation Ground ABBEY ROAD | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Gornal Athletic Football Club GARDEN WALK | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| The Ellowes Hall Sports College Stickley Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 840 yd |
| Vale Street Recreation Ground HILL STREET | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 87.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.0% |
| 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 | 223.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.