Six Ashes Road is in Bobbington, Stourbridge and in South Staffordshire district. DY7 5EA is located in the Pattingham, Trysull, Bobbington & Lower Penn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Six Ashes Road, Bobbington, Stourbridge, DY7 5EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY7 5EA 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 | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 32.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 48.6% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 10.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 50.6% | 44.3% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 36.5% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 13.7% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 21.2% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5.4% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 14.7% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 20.1% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 28.3% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 5.4% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 71.2% | 46.2% | 25.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Six Ashes Road was 88.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.9% lower than the Himley & Swindon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Six Ashes Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Himley & Swindon and the 75th highest crime rate of 356 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95 Six Ashes Road, Stourbridge, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2024-05-29 | £348,766 |
| 97 Six Ashes Road, Stourbridge, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £617,500 | 2021-08-06 | £716,922 |
| 91 Six Ashes Road, Stourbridge, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-06-05 | £371,777 |
| 73 Six Ashes Road, Stourbridge, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2019-12-04 | £319,743 |
| 89 Six Ashes Road, Stourbridge, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2019-10-25 | £456,903 |
DY7 5EA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corbett VA CofE Primary School Six Ashes Road , Bobbington DY7 5DU | 3out of 4 | 383 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Claverley CofE Primary School Aston Lane , Claverley WV5 7DX | 3out of 4 | 3,320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat, Drink & Sleep Ltd T/a The Red Lion Inn | Six Ashes Road, Bobbington | 231 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.