Maynard Avenue is in Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 3DS is located in the Norton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maynard Avenue, Stourbridge, DY8 3DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 3HU, DY8 3HX, DY8 3BX, DY8 3DT, DY8 3DX, DY8 3DA, DY8 3DU, DY8 3HT, DY8 3DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY8 3DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 57% | 52.1% | -4.9% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 43% | 47.9% | 4.9% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 29% | 34.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 39.6% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 15.7% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 9% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 40.4% | 40.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 32.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 18.8% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 6.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 3DS this area, 28.6% 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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 28.6% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 11.4% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 12.2% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 14.5% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 22.4% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 90.7% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.1% 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% | 97.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maynard Avenue was 27.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.2% lower than the Norton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maynard Avenue has the 15th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Norton and the 257th lowest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -89.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Maynard Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2005-10-31 | £216,722 |
| 7 Maynard Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £67,995 | 1999-10-15 | £302,451 |
| 7 Maynard Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,500 | 1995-09-27 | £322,667 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gig Mill Primary School The Broadway , Norton DY8 3HL | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gig Mill Primary School The Broadway , Norton DY8 3HL | - not rated | 499 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School Leavale Road , Norton DY8 2DT | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School Leavale Road , Norton DY8 2DT | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridge Primary School Gregory Road , Wollaston DY8 3NF | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Longlands School Brook Street , DY8 3XB | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Park Road West , DY8 3NQ | - not rated | 1,481 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Swinford Hospital Heath Lane , DY8 1QX | 3out of 4 | 1,663 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hagley Middle School Park Road , Hagley DY9 0NS | - not rated | 3,564 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stourbridge College Hagley Road , DY8 1QU | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 2,003 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 2,029 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,327 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 2,610 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnardo's Wheels Unit 3 Gainsborough Trading Estate , Rufford Road DY9 7ND | - not rated | 2,699 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,761 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton House School 186 Stourbridge Road , Stambermill DY9 7BU | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Well Drop-in at St Michaels Church | Maynard Avenue, Norton | 210 yd | |
| Zoe's Coffee and Cakes | Unit 4 Winwood Court, Norton Road, Stourbridge | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Social Club | 25 Osmaston Road, Norton | 747 yd | |
| The New Inn | 2 Cherry Street, Norton | 810 yd | |
| Stourbridge Lawn Tennis & Squash Club | Sugar Loaf Lane, Iverley | 1,022 yd | |
| Old White Horse | South Road, Norton | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Fisheries | 89 The Broadway, Norton | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooperative Food | The Broadway, Norton | 112 yd | |
| Broadway Service Station | 154 South Road, Norton | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gigmill County Primary Infant School THE BROADWAY | grass pitches, swimming pool | 491 yd |
| The Mere 11A 11A HEATH FARM ROAD | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| South Road Playing Fields STUDLEY GATE | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Mary Stevens Park STANLEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,090 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.