Upper Church Lane is in Tipton and in Sandwell district. DY4 9PY is located in the Princes End 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 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, DY4 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY4 9QG, DY4 9QA, DY4 0TQ, DY4 0TG, DY4 9PX, DY4 9QD, DY4 9QQ, DY4 9PZ, DY4 9ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY4 9PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 50.4% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49.6% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 42.3% | 40.7% | -1.6% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 42.7% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.5% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 39.4% | 47.7% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 31.1% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 11.4% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 8.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 9PY this area, 36.7% 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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.8% | 36.7% | -18.1% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10.9% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 16.3% | 10.0% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 5% | 18.7% | 13.7% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 5.7% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 4.1% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 6.9% | 5.5% | 2.5% | 4.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 91.1% | 68% | -23.1% | 81.4% | -13.4% |
In this area, 77.3% 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 | 96.3% | 77.3% | -19.0% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 10.2% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 8.1% | 7.5% | 2.7% | 5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 77.3% | -19.0% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 11.4% | 9.4% | 2.9% | 8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.9% | 76.7% | -28.8% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 10.2% | 0.6% | 9.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 30.3% | 13.5% | 16.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 19.3% | 6.0% | 13.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Church Lane was 20.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.7% lower than the Great Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Upper Church Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 135 local areas in Great Bridge and the 58th lowest crime rate of 954 local areas in Sandwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-11-29 | £221,425 |
| 40 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £146,500 | 2021-12-01 | £170,208 |
| 48 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2020-07-02 | £146,363 |
| 81 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2007-08-16 | £181,762 |
| 82 Upper Church Lane, Tipton, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2006-12-14 | £227,170 |
DY4 9PY 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 student residents living in DY4 9PY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Looking after home or family | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 21 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowley View Nursery School 149 Dangerfield Lane , WS10 7RU | 4out of 4 | 3,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilston Nursery School Wolverhampton Street , WV14 0LT | 4out of 4 | 3,474 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor Nursery School Parkfield Road , Parkfield WV4 6EL | 3out of 4 | 4,631 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhill Primary Academy Upper Church Lane , DY4 9PF | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebefields Primary School Sandgate Road , DY4 0SX | 2out of 4 | 676 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wednesbury Oak Academy Greenacre Road , DY4 0AR | 2out of 4 | 928 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallbrook Primary Academy Off Bradleys Lane , Coseley WV14 8YP | - not rated | 935 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls Church of England Academy Robert Road , DY4 9BH | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gospel Oak School Bilston Road , Gospel Oak DY4 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston SWB Academy Dudley Street , WV14 0LN | 2out of 4 | 2,975 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy High Arcal Drive , Sedgley DY3 1BP | 3out of 4 | 3,591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Academy Darlaston Herberts Park Road , WS10 8QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,767 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 | 3,393 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albright Education Centre South Tipton Campus Site , Alexandra Road DY4 7NR | 4out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Victoria Park Victoria Road , Tipton DY4 8SB | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dudley Port School Dudley Port School , station drive DY4 7QR | - not rated | 2,039 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood School Bell Street , Coseley WV14 8XJ | 3out of 4 | 2,120 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Rowan School Tunnel Street , Coseley WV14 9DE | - not rated | 2,322 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaky Bites Takeaway Café | 57 Greenlawns, St Marks Road | 813 yd | |
| Jubilee Young Peoples Centre | Jubilee Park Activity Centre, Powis Avenue | 965 yd | |
| The Cookhouse | Unit E1, Brook Street Business, Brook Street | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The English Oak | English Oak, 97 Upper Church Lane | 566 yd | |
| The Tilted Barrel | 33 High Street | 595 yd | |
| Allens Sports & Social Club | W G Allen Club, Newhall Street | 624 yd | |
| Tiger Tavern Bar & Grill | Powis Avenue | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin Chippy | 215 St Marks Road | 338 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 66 Laburnum Road | 361 yd | |
| Tip Top Foods | 56 Laburnum Road | 361 yd | |
| Black Olive | 150 High Street | 421 yd | |
| Princes End Fryer | 152 High Street | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 245 St Marks Road | 339 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 51 High Street | 534 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | Asda, Wednesbury Oak Road | 788 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | 123 Upper Church Lane | 990 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dominator Gym 11 TIBBINGTON WORKS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE 11 TIBBINGTON WORKS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 625 yd |
| Glebefields Primary School SANDGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Jubilee Park HIGHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Powis Avenue BROOKFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Wednesbury Oak Academy GREENACRE ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| St Paul'S Ce Academy ROBERT ROAD | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Tipton Sports Academy TIPTON SPORTS ACADEMY TIPTON SPORTS ACADEMY WEDNESBURY OAK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts | 1,030 yd |
| Tipton Leisure Centre ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,055 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.