Hurst Lane is in Tipton and in Sandwell district. DY4 9AT is located in the Tipton Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Bromwich West. This postcode has been in use since 2005-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hurst Lane, Tipton, DY4 9AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY4 9SR, DY4 9SL, DY4 9SP, DY4 9SG, DY4 9AR, DY4 9TB, DY4 9SU, DY4 9TE, DY4 9TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY4 9AT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 47% | 48.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 53% | 51.4% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 DY4 9AT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 47.8% | 42.9% | -4.9% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.7% | 41.9% | 5.2% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.5% | 50% | -6.5% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 36.7% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 9.8% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 12.8% | 3.9% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.4% | 17.3% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 16.8% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 35.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 1.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.6% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 8.6% | 19.3% | 10.7% | 3.1% | 16.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 8.9% | 5.5% | 2.5% | 6.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 77.6% | 58.3% | -19.3% | 81.4% | -23.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 79% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 79% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -4.2% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 8.6% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 78.7% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 10.9% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 4.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Hindu | 6.2% | 1.7% | 4.5% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 13.2% | 0.9% | 12.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hurst Lane was 33.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.4% lower than the Great Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hurst Lane has the 21st lowest crime rate of 135 local areas in Great Bridge and the 161st lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% 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 Hurst Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-06-13 | £218,697 |
| 123 Hurst Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2021-03-26 | £228,389 |
| 129 Hurst Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2018-05-15 | £214,716 |
| 125 Hurst Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-10-19 | £208,200 |
| 120 Hurst Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2015-12-17 | £211,961 |
DY4 9AT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Retired | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 4,079 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley View Nursery School 149 Dangerfield Lane , WS10 7RU | 4out of 4 | 4,691 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 4,712 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 4,739 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxyards Primary School Foxyards Road , DY4 8BH | - not rated | 500 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls Church of England Academy Robert Road , DY4 9BH | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silvertrees Academy Silvertrees Road , DY4 8NH | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tipton Green Junior School Manor Road , DY4 8PR | 2out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallbrook Primary Academy Off Bradleys Lane , Coseley WV14 8YP | - not rated | 1,454 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 Academy Tipton Alexandra Road , DY4 7NR | 1out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Milner Catholic College Bishop Milner Catholic College , Burton Road DY1 3BY | 3out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Academy St James's Road , DY1 3JE | 2out of 4 | 2,464 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gospel Oak School Bilston Road , Gospel Oak DY4 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,936 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,104 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wenlock School Fossil View , Wren's Hill Road DY1 3SS | - not rated | 1,349 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Victoria Park Victoria Road , Tipton DY4 8SB | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albright Education Centre South Tipton Campus Site , Alexandra Road DY4 7NR | 4out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan School Tunnel Street , Coseley WV14 9DE | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Short Stay School Old Farm Estate , DY1 3QE | 3out of 4 | 2,134 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad O'Rourkes Pie Factory | Mad O Rourkes Pie Factory, 50 Hurst Lane | 65 yd | |
| Mughal Massala | 13 Sedgley Road West | 318 yd | |
| The Cookhouse | Unit E1, Brook Street Business, Brook Street | 437 yd | |
| Swallowfields | 127-130 High Street | 501 yd | |
| Bangla Cottage | 3 Owen Street | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bush | The Barge And Barrel, Factory Road | 311 yd | |
| The Fountain Inn | Fountain Inn, 51 Owen Street | 518 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses | 57 Dudley Road | 536 yd | |
| Noah's Ark | Noahs Ark, 12 Wood Street | 545 yd | |
| Hot Shot Snooker Club (entrance on High Street) | Unit 12 And 13, Phoenix House, Castle Street | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon-I 40 Ltd | 40 Dudley Road | 451 yd | |
| Fryday Convenience Store Chippy & Pizza Ltd | 37 Bloomfield Road | 494 yd | |
| Balti King | 82 Owen Street | 596 yd | |
| Top Galley | 86a Owen Street | 596 yd | |
| Papa Piccolos Pizzeria | 7 Owen Street | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Priory Road, Dudley | 946 yd | |
| Co-Op | 67 Sedgley Road, Tipton | 977 yd | |
| Company Shop Group | Unit 10, Castle Mill Works | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Foxyards Primary School FOXYARDS ROAD | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| St Paul'S Ce Academy ROBERT ROAD | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Silvertrees Academy SILVERTREES ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 899 yd |
| Tipton Swimming Centre (Closed) Queens Road | swimming pool | 969 yd |
| Donkey Pool Playing Fields PRIORY ROAD | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Central Drive (Closed) Central Drive | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.