Himley Lane is in Himley, Dudley and in South Staffordshire district. DY3 4LP is located in the Himley & Swindon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Himley Lane, Himley, Dudley, DY3 4LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY3 4LP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 55.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 44.7% | 44.7% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 DY3 4LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 19% | 21.5% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 54.9% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 15.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
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 | 31.2% | 44.8% | 13.6% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 31.5% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 14.7% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 4LP this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.9% | 28.3% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 6.3% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 9.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 31.1% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.8% | 89.7% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.1% | 97.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.6% | 37.2% | -13.6% |
| Christian | 65.4% | 46.2% | 19.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Himley Lane was 142.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.3% higher than the Himley & Swindon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Himley Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Himley & Swindon and the 25th highest crime rate of 356 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage At Himley Field Himley Lane, Dudley, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 1997-05-23 | £530,000 |
DY3 4LP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DY3 4LP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE (C) Primary School Wombourne Road , Swindon DY3 4NB | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidensbridge Primary School Beachcroft Road , Wall Heath DY6 0HX | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blakeley Heath Primary School Sytch Lane , Wombourne WV5 0JR | 3out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church of the Ascension CofE Primary School New Street , Wall Heath DY6 9AH | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawley Brook Primary School Dubarry Avenue , Valley Fields DY6 9BP | 3out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhill School Lodge Lane , DY6 9XE | 3out of 4 | 2,452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswinford Academy Water Street , DY6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 2,505 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombourne High School Ounsdale Road , Wombourne WV5 8BJ | 2out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane , Kingswinford DY6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 4,089 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellowes Hall Sports College Stickley Lane , Lower Gornal DY3 2JH | 4out of 4 | 4,735 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Trees School Giggetty Lane , Wombourne WV5 0AX | 4out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 4,039 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 4,617 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The King Alfred School Lake Street , DY3 2AU | - not rated | 5,048 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon Cricket Club | Hinksford Lane, C/o 86 Brook Street | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Smiths Fish Bar | 13 High Street, Swindon | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Maidensbridge Primary School BEACHCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| St John'S C Of E (C) Primary School ST. JOHNS PRIMARY SCHOOL ST. JOHNS PRIMARY SCHOOL WOMBOURNE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Swindon Playing Fields CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND HINKSFORD LANE | grass pitches | 1,050 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.