Rothesay Drive is in Wordsley, Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY8 5ER is located in the Wordsley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dudley South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rothesay Drive, Wordsley, Stourbridge, DY8 5ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY8 5EL, DY8 5JY, DY8 5EP, DY8 5ES, DY8 5JZ, DY8 5JS, DY8 5JX, DY8 5EW, DY8 5JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY8 5ER is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DY8 5ER there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 27.2% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.8% | 56% | -12.8% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5% | 6.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 7.8% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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% | 42.6% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 42.5% | 40.7% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 7.1% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.3% | 12.8% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 12.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 15.8% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 20.5% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 28.6% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 98.5% | 95.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 95.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rothesay Drive was 22.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.2% lower than the Kingswinford South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rothesay Drive has the 21st lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Kingswinford South and the 193rd lowest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 262.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Rothesay Drive, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-11-01 | £249,515 |
| 11 Rothesay Drive, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-11-02 | £270,789 |
| 13 Rothesay Drive, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2018-05-23 | £256,527 |
| 3 Rothesay Drive, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-04-06 | £243,635 |
| 11 Rothesay Drive, Stourbridge, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2016-07-08 | £266,177 |
DY8 5ER area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Primary School Lawnswood Road , Wordsley DY8 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glynne Primary School Cot Lane , DY6 9TH | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairhaven Primary School Barnett Lane , Wordsley DY8 5PY | 2out of 4 | 977 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashwood Park Primary School Bells Lane , Wordsley DY8 5DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's CofE Primary School Kingsway , Wollaston DY8 4RU | 3out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhill School Lodge Lane , DY6 9XE | 3out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Business & Enterprise & Music College Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 2,049 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crestwood School Bromley Lane , Kingswinford DY6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswinford Academy Water Street , DY6 7AD | 3out of 4 | 2,370 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood High School Park Road West , Wollaston DY8 3NQ | 1out of 4 | 2,872 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 | 3,537 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brier School Bromley Lane , DY6 8QN | 4out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,475 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited 14 Love Lane , DY8 2EA | - not rated | 4,912 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 4,914 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roe Deer | Lawnswood House, Lawnswood Road | 584 yd | |
| Café on The Green | 21-23 Wordsley Green Shopping Centre, Wordsley | 810 yd | |
| Sommai Thai | 73 Mount Pleasant, Kingswinford | 981 yd | |
| Little Taste of Heaven | 14 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 1,007 yd | |
| Oh-So Coffee | Unit 2, Barnett Lane | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lawnswood | Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 288 yd | |
| The Glass Cutter Arms P H | 9 Barnett Street, Wordsley | 757 yd | |
| The Ashwood | 76 Bells Lane, Wordsley | 822 yd | |
| The Mount Pleasant | 115 Cot Lane, Kingswinford | 966 yd | |
| The Woodman | 73 Mount Pleasant, Kingswinford | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Winston Fish & Chips | 112 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 287 yd | |
| Wordsley Tandoori | 20 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 988 yd | |
| Wordsley Chinese Takeaway | 2-4 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 1,004 yd | |
| Wordsley Chippy | 106 High Street, Wordsley | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 23 Lawnswood Road, Wordsley | 840 yd | |
| The Co-op | 2 Sandringham Place, Wordsley | 913 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Primary School LAWNSWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 262 yd |
| King George V Park BELLE VUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 565 yd |
| Glynne Primary School COT LANE | grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Fairhaven Primary School BARNETT LANE | grass pitches | 920 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 | 82.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.