Junction Road is in Lye, Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 1LB is located in the Lye & Stourbridge North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Junction Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY8 1LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 1JZ, DY8 1LD, DY8 1JY, DY9 7NN, DY8 1LA, DY8 1LF, DY8 1JU, DY9 7PU, DY9 7AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY8 1LB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 47.5% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 52.4% | 52.5% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 1LB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 34.9% | 48.2% | 13.3% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 39.3% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 6.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 41.5% | 42.2% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34.2% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 13.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 7.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around DY8 1LB this area, 37.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 37.6% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 19.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 12.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 13.9% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 13.5% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 13.5% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.9% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 59% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 27.6% | 33.9% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 31.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 61.5% | 59% | -2.5% | 81.4% | -22.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 83.5% | 85.5% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.4% | 11.2% | -1.2% | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.5% | 85.2% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.1% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 0.3% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 1.1% | -9.5% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 18.7% | 46.2% | -27.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 35% | 6.5% | 28.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Junction Road was 96.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.4% higher than the Lye & Stourbridge North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Junction Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Lye & Stourbridge North and the 247th highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Junction Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2014-07-14 | £184,063 |
| 49 Junction Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2006-11-21 | £207,559 |
| 49 Junction Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2005-05-19 | £227,823 |
| 59 Junction Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,995 | 2001-02-19 | £185,721 |
The percentage of student residents living in DY8 1LB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rufford Primary School Bredon Avenue , DY9 7NR | - not rated | 724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Hill Street , DY8 1AL | 4out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldswinford C of E Primary School Field Lane , Oldswinford DY8 2JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peters Hill Primary School Peters Hill Road , Amblecote DY5 2QH | 3out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ham Dingle Primary Academy Ham Dingle Primary School , Old Ham Lane DY9 0UN | 2out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill School Junction Road , DY8 1JX | 4out of 4 | 231 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Swinford Hospital Heath Lane , DY8 1QX | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pedmore High School Grange Lane , Pedmore DY9 7HS | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 2,175 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | 1out of 4 | 2,815 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,008 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 430 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited 14 Love Lane , DY8 2EA | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,026 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 3,749 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Studio 1 Ltd | Unit 14, Gainsborough Trading Estate | 311 yd | |
| Station Grill | 2A Vauxhall Road, Stourbridge | 625 yd | |
| Cafe Presto | Stourbridge Junction Railway Station, Brook Road | 638 yd | |
| Chawn Hill Church Centre | Chawn Hill, Oldswinford | 639 yd | |
| The Bridge House | also t/a Full of Beans Café, 11 New Road | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog House | 2 Vauxhall Road, Stourbridge | 517 yd | |
| Stourbridge Academy | The Arena, Hagley Road | 611 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre | Birmingham Street, Stourbridge | 612 yd | |
| The Hadcroft P H | Grange Lane, Stourbridge | 674 yd | |
| The Chequers Inn | 95 High Street, Stourbridge | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungary Hill's Chippy | 73 Junction Road, Stourbridge | 164 yd | |
| Great China | 24A Grange Road, Oldswinford | 549 yd | |
| KANSAS also t/a Grange Fryer | 24 Grange Road, Oldswinford | 549 yd | |
| Papa John's | 11 Hagley Road, Stourbridge | 618 yd | |
| Roadhouse | 209 Stourbridge Road, Lye | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Express | Unit 1, Stourbridge Bus Station | 639 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 127 Hagley Road, Stourbridge | 717 yd | |
| Aldi | New Road, Stourbridge | 844 yd | |
| Iceland | 3 Ryemarket, Stourbridge | 886 yd | |
| Waitrose | 44 Ryemarket, Stourbridge | 886 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Junction Road Playing Fields JUNCTION ROAD | grass pitches | 110 yd |
| Redhill School JUNCTION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 357 yd |
| Rufford Primary School BREDON AVENUE | grass pitches | 600 yd |
| Revolution Fitness Centre (Closed) 10a 10a Hagley Road | health and fitness suite | 670 yd |
| Stourbridge College HAGLEY ROAD CENTRE HAGLEY ROAD CENTRE HAGLEY ROAD | 745 yd | |
| Pedmore Technology College And Community School GRANGE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 779 yd |
| Old Swinford Hospital HEATH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 822 yd |
| Pump Gyms (Stourbridge) RYEMARKET | health and fitness suite | 855 yd |
| Crystal Leisure Centre BELL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,056 yd |
| Oldswinford C Of E Primary School FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.