Locks View is in Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 4XW 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 Locks View, Stourbridge, DY8 4XW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 4XN, DY8 4XP, DY8 4XL, DY8 4XS, DY8 4XF, DY8 4YD, DY8 4XJ, DY8 4XH, DY8 4XE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DY8 4XW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 50.8% | 52.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 47.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.6% | 32% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 43.7% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.7% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 12.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 36.8% | 30.2% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -18.2% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 45.3% | 9.7% | 33.6% | 11.7% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 17.7% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 4XW this area, 29.9% 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 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35% | 29.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 16.7% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 15.2% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 17.2% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0.5% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.3% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 100% 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% | 100% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 100% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Locks View was 14.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.4% lower than the Amblecote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Locks View has the 14th lowest crime rate of 107 local areas in Amblecote and the 93rd lowest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Locks View, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2025-09-11 | £234,876 |
| 1 Locks View, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,500 | 2025-06-27 | £239,445 |
| 24 Locks View, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-08-23 | £226,850 |
| 7 Locks View, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-12-19 | £236,313 |
| 11 Locks View, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-07-29 | £245,029 |
DY8 4XW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DY8 4XW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswinford Nursery School Penzer Street , DY6 7AA | - not rated | 3,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pensnett Nursery School Tiled House Lane , Pensnett DY5 4LH | - not rated | 3,436 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashwood Park Primary School Bells Lane , Wordsley DY8 5DJ | 2out of 4 | 289 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Primary School George Street , Wordsley DY8 5YN | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's CofE Primary School Kingsway , Wollaston DY8 4RU | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amblecote Primary School School Drive , Amblecote DY8 4DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Primary School Lawnswood Road , Wordsley DY8 5BZ | - not rated | 1,249 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Park Road West , DY8 3NQ | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | - not rated | 1,991 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,991 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 | 2,054 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI College Stourbridge Lower High Street , DY8 1TD | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stourbridge College Hagley Road , DY8 1QU | - not rated | 3,142 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 | 966 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mere Primary Short Stay School Lawnswood Road , Wordsley DY8 5PQ | - not rated | 992 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | - not rated | 2,262 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Tiled House Lane , DY5 4LN | 3out of 4 | 3,036 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Cone | Coffee House, Red House Glass Cone | 573 yd | |
| Indiluxe Restaurant | 17 Audnam, Amblecote | 592 yd | |
| Crystal Balti | 66 High Street, Wordsley | 710 yd | |
| Khatri's | 133 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 736 yd | |
| Amblecote Community Church | 102-104, Brettell Lane | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glassworks | Camp Hill, Wordsley | 511 yd | |
| The Ashwood | 76 Bells Lane, Wordsley | 584 yd | |
| The Bird In Hand | 57 John Street, Wordsley | 639 yd | |
| The Maverick Drinking House | 1 High Street, Amblecote | 684 yd | |
| The Rose And Crown | 22 High Street, Wordsley | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Boat Fish & Chips | 46 Camp Hill, Wordsley | 511 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit 4 Platts Road, The Crystal Centre | 592 yd | |
| Hong Kong House | Unit 4, Kinver Street | 633 yd | |
| KB Fish Bar | 199 Kingsway, Wollaston | 859 yd | |
| Wordsley Chippy | 106 High Street, Wordsley | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | 2 Sandringham Place, Wordsley | 511 yd | |
| Tesco Express | The Crystal Centre, Audnam | 592 yd | |
| Lidl | 120 Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill | 736 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 23 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 999 yd | |
| Glasshouse Shop | Ruskin Glass Centre, Wollaston Road | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kinver Street KINVER STREET | grass pitches | 212 yd |
| Ashwood Park Primary School BELLS LANE | grass pitches | 289 yd |
| The Brook Primary School GEORGE STREET | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| St. James Ce Primary School KINGSWAY | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| King George V Park BELLE VUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,010 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.