Crystal Avenue is in Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 4AR is located in the Brierley Hill & Wordsley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crystal Avenue, Stourbridge, DY8 4AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 4AF, DY8 4AS, DY8 4AG, DY8 4AQ, DY8 5YN, DY8 4AW, DY8 4BY, DY8 5TR, DY8 4AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY8 4AR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 30.7% | 34.6% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 46.7% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 8.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 43.3% | 43.4% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 40.5% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 11.3% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -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 | 32.2% | 21.9% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 8.5% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 21.9% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 24.3% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5% | 2% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.5% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.4% | 95.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crystal Avenue was 30.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.6% lower than the Amblecote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crystal Avenue has the 44th lowest crime rate of 107 local areas in Amblecote and the 293rd lowest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Crystal Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-12-18 | £246,980 |
| 61 Crystal Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-02-18 | £154,330 |
| 67 Crystal Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-05-24 | £143,034 |
| 57 Crystal Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2017-09-22 | £211,795 |
| 57 Crystal Avenue, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2015-05-08 | £240,173 |
DY8 4AR 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pensnett Nursery School Tiled House Lane , Pensnett DY5 4LH | - not rated | 3,139 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswinford Nursery School Penzer Street , DY6 7AA | - not rated | 3,289 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cradley Heath Nursery School Graingers Lane , B64 6AH | - not rated | 5,292 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Primary School George Street , Wordsley DY8 5YN | 3out of 4 | 202 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amblecote Primary School School Drive , Amblecote DY8 4DQ | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashwood Park Primary School Bells Lane , Wordsley DY8 5DJ | 2out of 4 | 873 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawbush Primary School Hawbush Road , DY5 3NH | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawbush Primary School Hawbush Road , DY5 3NH | 2out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wordsley School Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | - not rated | 988 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QG | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane , Kingswinford DY6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 2,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Park Road West , DY8 3NQ | - not rated | 2,227 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,829 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourbridge College Hagley Road , DY8 1QU | - not rated | 2,941 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 700 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mere Primary Short Stay School Lawnswood Road , Wordsley DY8 5PQ | - not rated | 1,162 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Tiled House Lane , DY5 4LN | 3out of 4 | 2,728 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiluxe Restaurant | 17 Audnam, Amblecote | 252 yd | |
| Khatri's | 133 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 257 yd | |
| Amblecote Community Church | 102-104, Brettell Lane | 307 yd | |
| Moon's Cafe | 114B Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 307 yd | |
| Red Cone | Coffee House, Red House Glass Cone | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 147 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 257 yd | |
| The Bird In Hand | 57 John Street, Wordsley | 296 yd | |
| The Maverick Drinking House | 1 High Street, Amblecote | 335 yd | |
| The Glassworks | Camp Hill, Wordsley | 350 yd | |
| Amblecote Institute Social Club | Collis Street, Amblecote | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | Unit 4 Platts Road, The Crystal Centre | 252 yd | |
| Ocean Boat Fish & Chips | 46 Camp Hill, Wordsley | 350 yd | |
| Swan Chippy | 23 Sandfield Road, Wordsley | 595 yd | |
| Hong Kong House | Unit 4, Kinver Street | 728 yd | |
| Wordsley Chippy | 106 High Street, Wordsley | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | The Crystal Centre, Audnam | 252 yd | |
| Lidl | 120 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 257 yd | |
| Glasshouse Shop | Ruskin Glass Centre, Wollaston Road | 774 yd | |
| The Co-op | 2 Sandringham Place, Wordsley | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Brook Primary School GEORGE STREET | grass pitches | 164 yd |
| Amblecote Recreation Ground TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Kinver Street KINVER STREET | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Harrison Road Open Space SWANFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Ashwood Park Primary School BELLS LANE | grass pitches | 873 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 | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.