Overview of DY6 8LU

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Burrows Road is in Kingswinford and in Dudley district. DY6 8LU is located in the Wordsley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Burrows Road, Kingswinford, DY6 8LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: DY6 8LX, DY6 8LT, DY6 8PY, DY6 8LS, DY6 8JH, DY6 8PX, DY6 8QA, DY6 8NA, DY6 8LZ.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY6 8LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female49.5%53.3%3.8% 51.0% 2.3%
Male50.5%46.7%-3.8% 49.0% -2.3%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single24.3%27%2.7% 37.9% -10.9%
Married: Opposite sex57.3%50%-7.3% 44.2% 5.8%
Separated0.8%2.7%1.9% 2.2% 0.5%
Divorced9.6%9.3%-0.3% 9.1% 0.2%
Widowed7.9%11.1%3.2% 6.1% 5.0%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health41.9%36.5%-5.4% 48.4% -11.9%
Good health36.9%39%2.1% 33.6% 5.4%
Fair health14.7%17.4%2.7% 12.7% 4.7%
Bad health4.3%5%0.7% 4.0% 1.0%
Very bad health2.2%2.1%-0.1% 1.2% 0.9%

Education and Qualifications

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 19.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications31.8%27.4%-4.4% 18.2% 9.2%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 17.2%11.2%-6.0% 9.6% 1.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels14.6%17.9%3.3% 13.4% 4.5%
Apprenticeship5.4%8.1%2.7% 5.3% 2.8%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels12.1%11.7%-0.4% 16.9% -5.2%
Degree or Similar13%19.7%6.7% 33.8% -14.1%
Other5.9%4%-1.9% 2.8% 1.2%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Indian0.7%0%-0.7% 3.1% -3.1%
Other Asian0.4%0%-0.4% 1.6% -1.6%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.4%0%-0.4% 0.9% -0.9%
White98.6%100%1.4% 81.4% 18.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 98.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom98.2%98.8%0.6% 83.2% 15.6%
European Union0%0.4%0.4% 6.1% -5.7%
Rest of Europe0%0.4%0.4% 0.8% -0.4%
Middle East and Asia1.8%0%-1.8% 5.6% -5.6%
Oceania0%0.4%0.4% 0.3% 0.1%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK98.2%98.8%0.6% 83.2% 15.6%
10+ Years0%1.2%1.2% 9.8% -8.6%
5-10 Years0.7%0%-0.7% 2.9% -2.9%
Less than 2 years1.1%0%-1.1% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom80.7% 76.7% 4.0%
Oceania0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
No passport held18.9% 13.5% 5.4%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion33.2% 37.2% -4.0%
Christian59.8% 46.2% 13.6%
Muslim0.4% 6.5% -6.1%
Other religion0.8% 0.6% 0.2%
Not answered5.8% 6.0% -0.2%

Safety

Is Burrows Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burrows Road was 11.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.8% lower than the Kingswinford South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Burrows Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Kingswinford South and the 68th lowest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.3%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£40,500
Income Rank
4/10

Household Income in DY6 8LU, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Burrows Road are based on 59 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Dudley.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Burrows Road, Kingswinford, DY6 8LU

Estimated Average Property Prices for DY6 8LU

Average Price
£265,003
Semi-Detached
£245,694
Terraced
£377,402
Detached
£307,069
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Burrows Road

Average Price
£255,214
Semi-Detached
£244,752
Terraced
£320,841
Detached
£324,455
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£3,338

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Burrows Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
44 Burrows Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands
Terraced, an established residential building
£210,0002025-06-20 £219,724
47 Burrows Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£205,0002025-03-31 £212,329
47 Burrows Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£205,0002025-03-31 £212,329
31 Burrows Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£178,0002022-12-10 £190,056
47 Burrows Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£170,0002021-05-10 £213,396
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for DY6 8LU

Employment

DY6 8LU 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 DY6 8LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired92
Full-Time Employee77
Part-Time Employee21
Self-Employed8
Unemployed7
Student (economically inactive)7
Looking after home or family6
Long-Term Sick or disabled5
Other0
Full-Time Student (with or without job)0

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles41
Manufacturing24
Human health and social work activities15
Construction9
Administrative and support service activities7
Education6
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security5
Other4
Accommodation and food service activities4
Financial and insurance activities3
Transport and storage3
Real estate activities3
Information and communication2
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1
Professional, scientific and technical activities1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Kingswinford Nursery School
Penzer Street , DY6 7AA
- not rated 1,693 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pensnett Nursery School
Tiled House Lane , Pensnett DY5 4LH
- not rated 1,715 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bromley Hills Primary School
Granville Drive , DY6 8LW
3out of 4 320 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Dingle Community Primary School
Madeley Road , DY6 8PF
- not rated 577 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Fairhaven Primary School
Barnett Lane , Wordsley DY8 5PY
2out of 4 836 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Fairhaven Primary School
Barnett Lane , Wordsley DY8 5PY
- not rated 836 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Crestwood Park Primary School
Lapwood Avenue , Crestwood Park Estate DY6 8RP
3out of 4 940 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

Middle deemed primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Netherton CofE Middle School
Church Road , Netherton DY2 0LY
- not rated 5,248 yd Voluntary controlled school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Crestwood School
Bromley Lane , DY6 8QG
- not rated 496 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
The Crestwood School
Bromley Lane , Kingswinford DY6 8QG
3out of 4 496 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
The Wordsley School
Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP
- not rated 901 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
The Wordsley School
Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP
3out of 4 901 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Pensnett High School
Tiled House Lane , DY5 4LN
- not rated 1,469 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
King Edward VI College Stourbridge
Lower High Street , DY8 1TD
- not rated 3,519 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
King Edward VI College Stourbridge
Lower High Street , DY8 1TD
- not rated 3,529 yd Academy 16-19 converter No Mixed More About School
Stourbridge College
Hagley Road , DY8 1QU
- not rated 4,622 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Brier School
Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN
- not rated 428 yd Community special school No Mixed More About School
The Brier School
Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN
4out of 4 428 yd Academy special converter No Mixed More About School
The Mere Primary Short Stay School
Lawnswood Road , Wordsley DY8 5PQ
- not rated 979 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pens Meadow School
Tiled House Lane , DY5 4LN
3out of 4 1,371 yd Community special school Yes Mixed More About School
Glasshouse College
Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF
- not rated 2,419 yd Special post 16 institution Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Dingle Community CentreMadeley Road, Kingswinford514 yd
Fanny Adams Sweet & Coffee Shop31 Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford727 yd
Oh-So CoffeeUnit 2, Barnett Lane850 yd
Little Taste of Heaven14 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley940 yd
Holy Trinity Church & HallHoly Trinity Church, High Street945 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The High AcresMadeley Road, Kingswinford514 yd
The Queens Head127 High Street, Wordsley771 yd
The New Inn117 High Street, Wordsley884 yd
The Old Cat110 High Street, Wordsley914 yd
The PortwayStream Road, Kingswinford992 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Evergreen Takeaway41 Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford727 yd
Wordsley Chinese Takeaway2-4 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley942 yd
Wordsley Chippy106 High Street, Wordsley950 yd
Wordsley Tandoori20 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley955 yd
Bromley Fish and Chips7 Dingle Road, Kingswinford958 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco Express142 Bromley Lane, Kingswinford427 yd
Sainsbury's Local23 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley1,036 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Bromley Hills Primary School
GRANVILLE DRIVE
grass pitches445 yd
The Crestwood School
Bromley Lane
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool487 yd
Pens Meadow School
BRIERLEY HILL ROAD
559 yd
Dingle Community Primary School
MADELEY ROAD
grass pitches606 yd
Fairhaven Primary School
BARNETT LANE
grass pitches802 yd
The Wordsley School
BRIERLEY HILL ROAD
grass pitches, swimming pool841 yd
Crestwood Park Primary School
LAPWOOD AVENUE
grass pitches941 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed58.3 Mbit/s
Average download speed111.6 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed13.1 Mbit/s
Average upload speed15.5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.