Chapel Street is in Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 1BZ is located in the Wollaston & Stourbridge Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Street, Stourbridge, DY8 1BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 1BY, DY8 1BT, DY8 1AH, DY8 1PA, DY8 1AN, DY8 1AJ, DY8 1BG, DY8 1AW, DY8 1PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY8 1BZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 49.2% | 52.9% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 50.8% | 47.1% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DY8 1BZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.7% | 51.9% | 9.2% | 37.9% | 14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 28.4% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10% | 9% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 5.5% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 42.7% | 49.2% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 34.4% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 10.6% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 14.6% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 4.5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.5% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 12.2% | -5.1% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 46.9% | 13.7% | 33.8% | 13.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.5% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 82.4% | -14.2% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 13% | 11.5% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 82.7% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 6.7% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| France | 6.1% | 0.3% | 5.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 5.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 76.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.1% lower than the Lye & Stourbridge North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 25th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Lye & Stourbridge North and the 332nd highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -92.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-09-04 | £185,000 |
| 8 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-06-11 | £208,039 |
| 15 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2016-12-16 | £262,821 |
| 5 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2016-12-09 | £255,090 |
| 9 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2015-08-10 | £377,291 |
DY8 1BZ 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 | 121 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield Primary School Hill Street , DY8 1AL | 4out of 4 | 111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldswinford C of E Primary School Field Lane , Oldswinford DY8 2JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gig Mill Primary School The Broadway , Norton DY8 3HL | 3out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School Leavale Road , Norton DY8 2DT | 3out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rufford Primary School Bredon Avenue , DY9 7NR | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Swinford Hospital Heath Lane , DY8 1QX | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill School Junction Road , DY8 1JX | 4out of 4 | 664 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pedmore High School Grange Lane , Pedmore DY9 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | 1out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 2,861 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 | 546 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited 14 Love Lane , DY8 2EA | - not rated | 1,052 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 1,659 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 2,824 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 3,526 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The James S Webb Centre - Freemasory | Carlisle Hall, Victoria Street | 183 yd | |
| Greys Coffee Bistro Lounge | 36 Market Street, Stourbridge | 232 yd | |
| The Bridge House | also t/a Full of Beans Café, 11 New Road | 238 yd | |
| Soffio Lounge | 111-112 High Street, Stourbridge | 271 yd | |
| Café 105 | 105 High Street, Stourbridge | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waggon and Horses | 31 Worcester Street, Stourbridge | 109 yd | |
| Stourbridge Old Edwardian Club | Stourbridge Old Edwardians Club, Drury Lane | 223 yd | |
| Claptrap The Venue | 108A High Street, Stourbridge | 271 yd | |
| CocknBull.co | 109 High Street, Stourbridge | 271 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | 95 High Street, Stourbridge | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggfree Cakebox | 106 High Street, Stourbridge | 273 yd | |
| Pizza One | 99 High Street, Stourbridge | 274 yd | |
| Papa John's | 11 Hagley Road, Stourbridge | 278 yd | |
| Stourbridge Pizza & Kebab | 72 High Street, Stourbridge | 325 yd | |
| Eastern Deli | 119A High Street, Stourbridge | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | New Road, Stourbridge | 189 yd | |
| Iceland | 3 Ryemarket, Stourbridge | 277 yd | |
| Waitrose | 44 Ryemarket, Stourbridge | 277 yd | |
| Baruneya Convenience Store | 2 Heath Street, Stourbridge | 418 yd | |
| Spar Express | Unit 1, Stourbridge Bus Station | 424 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Revolution Fitness Centre (Closed) 10a 10a Hagley Road | health and fitness suite | 231 yd |
| Pump Gyms (Stourbridge) RYEMARKET | health and fitness suite | 241 yd |
| Crystal Leisure Centre BELL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 310 yd |
| Old Swinford Hospital HEATH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 402 yd |
| Redhill School JUNCTION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 540 yd |
| Academy Health Club (Closed) Lower High Street | health and fitness suite | 553 yd |
| Stourbridge College HAGLEY ROAD CENTRE HAGLEY ROAD CENTRE HAGLEY ROAD | 553 yd | |
| King Edward Vi College Stourbridge LOWER HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 589 yd |
| Missfits Ladies Health Club (Closed) The Church Hall The Church Hall Lower High Street | health and fitness suite | 712 yd |
| Beauty Bank Primary School (Closed) Forge Road | grass pitches | 766 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 | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| 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 | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.