Chapel Street is in Lye, Stourbridge and in Dudley district. DY9 8BX is located in the Lye & Stourbridge North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stourbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Street, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DY9 8DE, DY9 8AQ, DY9 8AG, DY9 8AD, DY9 8DA, DY9 8AB, DY9 8DF, DY9 8BT, DY9 8AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DY9 8BX 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 | 50.4% | 50.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.8% | 0.2% | 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 area around DY9 8BX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.6% | 42.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 43.7% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 4.6% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 39.9% | 35.6% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 44.8% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 11.2% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.4% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.9% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 DY9 8BX this area, 28.5% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 28.5% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 16.7% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 14.4% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.9% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 16.7% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 50.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 34% | 43.6% | 9.6% | 2.7% | 40.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 64.1% | 50.9% | -13.2% | 81.4% | -30.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 79.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 79.7% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.9% | 17.8% | 3.9% | 5.6% | 12.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 79.7% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 14.5% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 0.9% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 24.5% | 46.2% | -21.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 43.9% | 6.5% | 37.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 289.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 325.7% higher than the Cradley North & Wollescote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Cradley North & Wollescote and the 43rd highest crime rate of 1,019 local areas in Dudley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 147.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-02-24 | £134,737 |
| Flat 1 78 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2023-10-26 | £39,469 |
| 49 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £93,100 | 2022-09-28 | £95,047 |
| 50 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2021-12-17 | £145,447 |
| 75 Chapel Street, Stourbridge, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2021-09-10 | £174,664 |
The percentage of student residents living in DY9 8BX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Park Nursery School Netherton Park , Netherton DY2 9QF | 4out of 4 | 5,228 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rufford Primary School Bredon Avenue , DY9 7NR | - not rated | 655 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wollescote Primary School Drummond Road , Wollescote DY9 8YA | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peters Hill Primary School Peters Hill Road , Amblecote DY5 2QH | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Primary School Thorns Road , Quarry Bank DY5 2JY | 2out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Green Primary School Hob Green Road , Pedmore Fields DY9 9EX | 3out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pedmore High School Grange Lane , Pedmore DY9 7HS | 3out of 4 | 965 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorns Collegiate Academy Stockwell Avenue , DY5 2NU | 1out of 4 | 1,426 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill School Junction Road , DY8 1JX | 4out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Swinford Hospital Heath Lane , DY8 1QX | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wordsley School Business & Enterprise & Music College Brierley Hill Road , Wordsley DY8 5SP | 3out of 4 | 3,794 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 | 2,237 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halesowen College Whittingham Road , B63 3NA | - not rated | 4,965 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Country Wheels School Units 3 & 4 , Gainsborough Trading Estate DY9 7ND | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Park School Thorns Road , DY5 2JY | 4out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School Limited 14 Love Lane , DY8 2EA | - not rated | 2,529 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glasshouse College Wollaston Road , Amblecote DY8 4HF | - not rated | 2,948 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pens Meadow School Ridge Hill Site , Buckpool Way DY8 5ST | 3out of 4 | 4,291 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patty Freaks@ The Railway | Pedmore Road, Lye | 146 yd | |
| Balti Bazaar | 1 Pedmore Road, Lye | 198 yd | |
| Aladdin Restaurant | 173 High Street, Lye, Stourbridge | 234 yd | |
| ATFC | 180 High Street, Lye | 234 yd | |
| The Spice of Lyefe | 186 High Street, Lye | 234 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Bush Inn | Cemetery Road, Lye | 136 yd | |
| The Railway | 8 Pedmore Road, Lye | 198 yd | |
| Shovel Inn | Pedmore Road, Lye | 225 yd | |
| The Fox Inn | Green Lane, Lye | 246 yd | |
| The Windsor Castle Inn | 5 Stourbridge Road, Lye | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khyber Mix Grill and Pizza | 185 High Street, Lye | 234 yd | |
| Three Amigos | 187 High Street, Lye | 242 yd | |
| Scoff | 194 High Street, Lye, Stourbridge | 246 yd | |
| Pine Pizza & Shawarma | 34 High Street, Lye, Stourbridge | 270 yd | |
| Istanbul Shawarma | 35 High Street, Lye | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lye International Food Store | 174 High Street, Lye | 240 yd | |
| Singh Newsmarket | 206-208 High Street, Lye | 264 yd | |
| Post Office Lye | 36 High Street, Lye | 273 yd | |
| Pindi Supermarket | 54 High Street, Lye | 339 yd | |
| Aldi | Dudley Road, Lye | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lye Town Football Club Stourbridge Road | grass pitches | 335 yd |
| Wollescote Primary School DRUMMOND ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 744 yd |
| Rufford Primary School BREDON AVENUE | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Stevens Park - Wollescote THE BRAMBLES | grass pitches, tennis courts | 896 yd |
| Pedmore Technology College And Community School GRANGE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 999 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 | 94.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.2% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.