Nightingale Crescent is in Brierley Hill and in Dudley district. DY5 2QL is located in the Lye & Stourbridge North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nightingale Crescent, Brierley Hill, DY5 2QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY5 2RA, DY5 2QY, DY5 2BJ, DY5 2NQ, DY5 2QJ, DY5 2QU, DY5 2NJ, DY5 2LZ, DY5 2PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY5 2QL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 50.2% | 49.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.7% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DY5 2QL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 24.7% | 21.3% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 61.6% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 9.5% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 44.8% | 40.2% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 38.5% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 18.6% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 26.8% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 9.6% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 16.1% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 15.7% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 20.7% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.6% | 95.3% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98.1% | 99% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 99% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nightingale Crescent was 20.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.6% lower than the Amblecote average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Nightingale Crescent has the 21st lowest crime rate of 107 local areas in Amblecote and the 169th lowest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Nightingale Crescent, Brierley Hill, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2024-04-03 | £261,467 |
| 3 Nightingale Crescent, Brierley Hill, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2010-11-01 | £241,059 |
| 2 Nightingale Crescent, Brierley Hill, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2006-05-26 | £239,802 |
| 12 Nightingale Crescent, Brierley Hill, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2005-08-05 | £259,535 |
| 6 Nightingale Crescent, Brierley Hill, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2004-08-24 | £252,322 |
DY5 2QL 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 DY5 2QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 4,588 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peters Hill Primary School Peters Hill Road , Amblecote DY5 2QH | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Primary School Thorns Road , Quarry Bank DY5 2JY | 2out of 4 | 839 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Withymoor Primary School Gayfield Avenue , Off Turners Lane DY5 2BH | 3out of 4 | 921 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary School Mount Pleasant , Quarry Bank DY5 2YN | 3out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rufford Primary School Bredon Avenue , DY9 7NR | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 678 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill School Junction Road , DY8 1JX | 4out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pedmore High School Grange Lane , Pedmore DY9 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,025 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Swinford Hospital Heath Lane , DY8 1QX | 3out of 4 | 2,368 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Business & Enterprise & Music College Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 2,441 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 1,909 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 797 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,024 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited 14 Love Lane , DY8 2EA | - not rated | 3,034 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Coffee Company | Sandringham Way, Brierley Hill | 397 yd | |
| Jo Jo's Cafe | Bott Lane, Lye | 744 yd | |
| Tiffins Restaurant Ltd | 42 Dudley Road, Lye | 755 yd | |
| Iso Sushi Wok & Grill | 40 Dudley Road, Lye,, Stourbridge | 820 yd | |
| The Stripey Oss Cafe | Unit 3, Turners Lane | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Raven | 64 Woods Lane, Quarry Bank | 215 yd | |
| The Birch Tree | Vicarage Road, Brierley Hill | 288 yd | |
| The Koyla Kitchen | 174 Thorns Road, Quarry Bank | 686 yd | |
| Roebuck Inn | Amblecote Road, Brierley Hill | 710 yd | |
| Corn Exchange Public House | Amblecote Road, Brierley Hill | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine House | Unit 6, Woods Lane | 113 yd | |
| Caledonia Fish Bar | Unit 2, Woods Lane | 113 yd | |
| Khushboo Indian Takeaway | Unit 3, Woods Lane | 113 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3, Forge Retail Park | 767 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 5 Forge Retail Park, Dudley Road, Lye | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Filling Station, Turners Lane | 397 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sandringham Way, Brierley Hill | 397 yd | |
| Aldi | Dudley Road, Lye | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thorns Leisure Centre/Thorns Collegiate Academy STOCKWELL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 556 yd |
| Peters Hill Primary School PETERS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Fitness4Less (Brierley Hill) THORNS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 639 yd |
| Thorns Primary School THORNS ROAD | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Withymoor Playing Fields THE GROVE | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Withymoor Primary School GAYFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 911 yd |
| Stevens Park PARK HOUSE PARK HOUSE PARK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,028 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 | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.