Stella Road is in Tipton and in Sandwell district. DY4 9BN is located in the Tipton Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Bromwich West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stella Road, Tipton, DY4 9BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY4 9BL, DY4 9BH, DY4 9BJ, DY4 9BW, DY4 9SB, DY4 8TB, DY4 9RT, DY4 9SF, DY4 9SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY4 9BN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 49.8% | 47.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52.1% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 27.3% | 38% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 46.1% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 3.4% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 8.8% | -1.0% | 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 | 32.4% | 45.3% | 12.9% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 30% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 16.3% | -5.0% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.6% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 DY4 9BN this area, 42.1% 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 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.4% | 42.1% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 23.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 12.7% | 3.7% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 14% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 11.7% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 14% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.7% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.9% | 5.5% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| White | 90.5% | 78.1% | -12.4% | 81.4% | -3.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 94.3% | 87.2% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 87.6% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 3% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 29.8% | 13.5% | 16.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 8.6% | 6.5% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stella Road was 114.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.0% lower than the Great Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stella Road has the 40th highest crime rate of 136 local areas in Great Bridge and the 263rd highest crime rate of 952 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Stella Road, Tipton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-05-25 | £213,871 |
| 54 Stella Road, Tipton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,500 | 2021-09-23 | £206,636 |
| 6 Stella Road, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-07-08 | £220,313 |
| 55 Stella Road, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2013-10-14 | £172,563 |
| 8 Stella Road, Tipton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2011-06-06 | £218,424 |
DY4 9BN 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batmans Hill Nursery School Adams Close , Off Turton Road DY4 9LJ | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley Nursery School Foster Avenue , WV14 9PT | - not rated | 3,094 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley View Nursery School 149 Dangerfield Lane , WS10 7RU | 4out of 4 | 4,157 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | - not rated | 4,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 4,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Church of England Academy Robert Road , DY4 9BH | 3out of 4 | 142 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Robert Road , DY4 9BH | - not rated | 142 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Locarno Infant School Central Avenue , DY4 9RY | - not rated | 322 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Locarno Junior School Central Avenue , DY4 9RY | - not rated | 322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Locarno Primary School Central Avenue , DY4 9RY | - not rated | 322 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton CofE Middle School Church Road , Netherton DY2 0LY | - not rated | 5,286 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Coppice Middle School The Northway , Sedgley DY3 3PS | - not rated | 5,352 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 Academy Tipton Alexandra Road , DY4 7NR | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The ACE Academy Alexandra Road , DY4 7NR | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra High School and Sixth Form Centre Alexandra Road , DY4 7NR | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mons Hill School 111 Wren's Hill Road , DY1 3SB | - not rated | 2,269 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gospel Oak School Bilston Road , Gospel Oak DY4 0BZ | - not rated | 2,359 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 | 2,534 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Wolverhampton College Wellington Road , WV14 6BT | - not rated | 5,354 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzwarren School Upper Church Lane , DY4 9PF | - not rated | 611 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bloomfield School 178 Bloomfield Road , Tipton DY4 9ER | - not rated | 798 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tipton Green College 178 Bloomfield Road , DY4 9ER | - not rated | 799 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Victoria Park Victoria Road , DY4 8SW | - not rated | 925 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Oak School Bloomfield Road , DY4 9AH | - not rated | 939 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Spice Restaurant Ltd | 91 Owen Street | 322 yd | |
| Bangla Cottage | 3 Owen Street | 394 yd | |
| Andy's Fish Bar & Restaurant | 10 Unity Walk | 426 yd | |
| The Cookhouse | Unit E1, Brook Street Business, Brook Street | 655 yd | |
| Swallowfields | 127-130 High Street | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah's Ark | Noahs Ark, 12 Wood Street | 383 yd | |
| Legends Sports Bar | 1-3 Unity Walk | 432 yd | |
| The Fountain Inn | Fountain Inn, 51 Owen Street | 574 yd | |
| The English Oak | English Oak, 97 Upper Church Lane | 603 yd | |
| The Old Bush | The Barge And Barrel, Factory Road | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Piccolos Pizzeria | 7 Owen Street | 394 yd | |
| The Victoria Chippy | 10 Owen Street | 394 yd | |
| Balti King | 82 Owen Street | 411 yd | |
| Top Galley | 86a Owen Street | 411 yd | |
| The Tasty Plaice | 108 Upper Church Lane | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 123 Upper Church Lane | 744 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul'S Ce Academy ROBERT ROAD | grass pitches | 142 yd |
| Tipton Swimming Centre (Closed) Queens Road | swimming pool | 627 yd |
| Tipton Leisure Centre ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 733 yd |
| Silvertrees Academy SILVERTREES ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 744 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 862 yd |
| Powis Avenue BROOKFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| Q3 Academy Tipton THE ACE ACADEMY THE ACE ACADEMY ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,092 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.