Rangeways Road is in Kingswinford and in Dudley district. DY6 8PQ 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 Rangeways Road, Kingswinford, DY6 8PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY6 8PH, DY6 8PF, DY6 8PN, DY6 8PJ, DY6 8NS, DY6 8PG, DY6 8PL, DY6 8PW, DY6 8PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY6 8PQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.2% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48% | 49.8% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 DY6 8PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 29.4% | 30% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 51.6% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 8.8% | 1.1% | 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 | 39.9% | 44.4% | 4.5% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 37% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 14.4% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 22.7% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.2% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.8% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 20.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 21.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.9% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.9% | 95.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 95.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rangeways Road was 36.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.4% lower than the Kingswinford South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rangeways Road has the 26th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Kingswinford South and the 352nd lowest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Rangeways Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-09-13 | £262,549 |
| 58 Rangeways Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2022-10-11 | £264,636 |
| 66 Rangeways Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £222,250 | 2020-12-08 | £269,515 |
| 66 Rangeways Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,250 | 2020-12-08 | £287,792 |
| 63 Rangeways Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-11-19 | £323,780 |
DY6 8PQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 5,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dingle Community Primary School Madeley Road , DY6 8PF | 2out of 4 | 257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bromley Hills Primary School Granville Drive , DY6 8LW | 3out of 4 | 389 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Park Primary School Lapwood Avenue , Crestwood Park Estate DY6 8RP | 3out of 4 | 742 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairhaven Primary School Barnett Lane , Wordsley DY8 5PY | 2out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawbush Primary School Hawbush Road , DY5 3NH | 2out of 4 | 1,298 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 | 435 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 | 787 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswinford Academy Water Street , DY6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 1,942 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerhill School Lodge Lane , DY6 9XE | 3out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 3,421 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 | 3,472 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 433 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Learning Centre Overfield Road , Russell's Hall Estate DY1 2NX | - not rated | 3,618 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 3,689 yd | Community special school | No | 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 | 74 yd | |
| Fanny Adams Sweet & Coffee Shop | 31 Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford | 508 yd | |
| Premier Café | Unit 7 Premier Trading Estate, Leys Road, Brockmoor | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The High Acres | Madeley Road, Kingswinford | 74 yd | |
| Samson And Lion Public House | 138-140 Brierley Hill Road, Wordsley | 854 yd | |
| The Crestwood | Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford | 902 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 127 High Street, Wordsley | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Takeaway | 41 Lapwood Avenue, Kingswinford | 508 yd | |
| Bromley Fish and Chips | 7 Dingle Road, Kingswinford | 594 yd | |
| Rising | 5 Dingle Road, Kingswinford | 594 yd | |
| Kingswinford Pizza | 3 Dingle Road, Kingswinford | 594 yd | |
| Chicken Street | 266 Bromley Lane, Kingswinford | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 142 Bromley Lane, Kingswinford | 348 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dingle Community Primary School MADELEY ROAD | grass pitches | 166 yd |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 500 yd |
| Bromley Hills Primary School GRANVILLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 560 yd |
| The Wordsley School BRIERLEY HILL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 645 yd |
| Pens Meadow School BRIERLEY HILL ROAD | 705 yd | |
| Crestwood Park Primary School LAPWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 720 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 | 194.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.