Brettell Lane is in Amblecote, Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 4BN is located in the Amblecote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brettell Lane, Amblecote, Stourbridge, DY8 4BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 4BQ, DY8 4EN, DY8 4EP, DY8 5XS, DY8 5RS, DY8 4EL, DY8 5XU, DY8 4EQ, DY8 4EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DY8 4BN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 50.3% | 48.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 31.4% | 33.2% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 38.1% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 17.4% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 6.4% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 43.2% | 48.9% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 30.8% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 0.6% | -3.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 16.3% | -11.2% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 17.1% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 27.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.2% | 91.2% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 93.8% | 93.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 93.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.9% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brettell Lane was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.7% higher than the Amblecote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brettell Lane has the 35th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Amblecote and the 498th highest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Brettell Lane, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-12 | £131,653 |
| Flat 1 15 Brettell Lane, Stourbridge, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-03-09 | £406,011 |
| 6 Brettell Lane, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2022-01-21 | £290,492 |
| 4 Brettell Lane, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2021-09-23 | £219,327 |
| 10 Brettell Lane, Stourbridge, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-03-24 | £223,991 |
DY8 4BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,013 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswinford Nursery School Penzer Street , DY6 7AA | - not rated | 3,604 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cradley Heath Nursery School Graingers Lane , B64 6AH | - not rated | 4,618 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 5,380 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | 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 | 481 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amblecote Primary School School Drive , Amblecote DY8 4DQ | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawbush Primary School Hawbush Road , DY5 3NH | - not rated | 718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawbush Primary School Hawbush Road , DY5 3NH | 2out of 4 | 808 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peters Hill Primary School Peters Hill Road , Amblecote DY5 2QH | 3out of 4 | 1,503 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton CofE Middle School Church Road , Netherton DY2 0LY | - not rated | 5,017 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,033 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Community College Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | - not rated | 2,201 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 2out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QG | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,685 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 1,701 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourbridge College Hagley Road , DY8 1QU | - not rated | 2,745 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 | 834 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mere Primary Short Stay School Lawnswood Road , Wordsley DY8 5PQ | - not rated | 1,677 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | - not rated | 2,241 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 2,241 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton House School 186 Stourbridge Road , Stambermill DY9 7BU | - not rated | 2,332 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Unicorn Centre | Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 314 yd | |
| Khatri's | 133 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 574 yd | |
| Amblecote Community Church | 102-104, Brettell Lane | 600 yd | |
| Moon's Cafe | 114B Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 600 yd | |
| Indiluxe Restaurant | 17 Audnam, Amblecote | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan | 10 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 2 yd | |
| The Starving Rascal | 1 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 81 yd | |
| The Robin Hood Inn | 196 Collis Street, Amblecote | 154 yd | |
| The New Wellington | 383 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 573 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 147 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Chippy | 23 Sandfield Road, Wordsley | 686 yd | |
| Star's Café | Unit 4-5, Station Drive, Brierley Hill | 715 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit 4 Platts Road, The Crystal Centre | 733 yd | |
| Fish & Chips | 14 Vicarage Road, Amblecote | 916 yd | |
| Ocean Boat Fish & Chips | 46 Camp Hill, Wordsley | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 120 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 574 yd | |
| Tesco Express | The Crystal Centre, Audnam | 733 yd | |
| Glasshouse Shop | Ruskin Glass Centre, Wollaston Road | 903 yd | |
| Vicarage Convenience Store | 14 Vicarage Road, Amblecote | 957 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Amblecote Recreation Ground TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| The Brook Primary School GEORGE STREET | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Harrison Road Open Space SWANFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Hawbush Primary School HAWBUSH ROAD | grass pitches | 747 yd |
| Withymoor Playing Fields THE GROVE | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| 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 | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.