Elmhurst Drive is in Kingswinford and in Dudley district. DY6 8LZ 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 Elmhurst Drive, Kingswinford, DY6 8LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY6 8LY, DY6 8HT, DY6 8ND, DY6 8LX, DY6 8NA, DY6 8HS, DY6 8NE, DY6 8HR, DY6 8LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY6 8LZ, 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 53.3% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46.7% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 24.3% | 27% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 50% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.3% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 11.1% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 41.9% | 36.5% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 39% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 17.4% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.8% | 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 Levels | 14.6% | 17.9% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 11.7% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 19.7% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 100% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.2% | 98.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmhurst Drive was 19.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.2% lower than the Kingswinford South average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Elmhurst Drive has the 19th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Kingswinford South and the 150th lowest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.2%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Elmhurst Drive, Kingswinford, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-10-20 | £255,970 |
| 12 Elmhurst Drive, Kingswinford, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2020-03-20 | £242,357 |
| 4 Elmhurst Drive, Kingswinford, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2020-02-14 | £229,711 |
| 2 Elmhurst Drive, Kingswinford, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2019-06-28 | £280,512 |
| 14 Elmhurst Drive, Kingswinford, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2017-09-29 | £262,821 |
DY6 8LZ 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 8LZ 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%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromley Hills Primary School Granville Drive , DY6 8LW | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dingle Community Primary School Madeley Road , DY6 8PF | 2out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairhaven Primary School Barnett Lane , Wordsley DY8 5PY | 2out of 4 | 776 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Park Primary School Lapwood Avenue , Crestwood Park Estate DY6 8RP | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glynne Primary School Cot Lane , DY6 9TH | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane , Kingswinford DY6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 591 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Business & Enterprise & Music College Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswinford Academy Water Street , DY6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,833 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerhill School Lodge Lane , DY6 9XE | 3out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 3,623 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,425 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 529 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 3,882 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Learning Centre Overfield Road , Russell's Hall Estate DY1 2NX | - not rated | 3,919 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dingle Community Centre | Madeley Road, Kingswinford | 419 yd | |
| Fanny Adams Sweet & Coffee Shop | 31 Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford | 755 yd | |
| Holy Trinity Church & Hall | Holy Trinity Church, High Street | 868 yd | |
| Little Taste of Heaven | 14 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 887 yd | |
| Café Greedy Cow Company | 85 High Street, Wordsley | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The High Acres | Madeley Road, Kingswinford | 419 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 127 High Street, Wordsley | 744 yd | |
| Samson And Lion Public House | 138-140 Brierley Hill Road, Wordsley | 822 yd | |
| The New Inn | 117 High Street, Wordsley | 832 yd | |
| The Old Cat | 110 High Street, Wordsley | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Takeaway | 41 Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford | 755 yd | |
| Wordsley Chippy | 106 High Street, Wordsley | 885 yd | |
| Wordsley Chinese Takeaway | 2-4 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 889 yd | |
| Wordsley Tandoori | 20 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 904 yd | |
| Bromley Fish and Chips | 7 Dingle Road, Kingswinford | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 142 Bromley Lane, Kingswinford | 480 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 23 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 1,005 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pens Meadow School BRIERLEY HILL ROAD | 438 yd | |
| Dingle Community Primary School MADELEY ROAD | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Bromley Hills Primary School GRANVILLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 582 yd |
| The Wordsley School BRIERLEY HILL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 663 yd |
| Fairhaven Primary School BARNETT LANE | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Crestwood Park Primary School LAPWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 976 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 | 101.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.