dudley DY8 Postcodes
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Dudley (DY8)
The DY8 postcode area is located in the Dudley postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 1621 individual postcodes.
There are 7 electoral wards in the DY8 postcode area, including Bewdley, Brierley Hill, Dudley, Kidderminster, Kingswinford, Stourbridge, Stourport-On-Severn, Tipton which come under the local authority of the Dudley Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in DY8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of DY8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The DY8 postcode encompasses the greater Stourbridge area, located in the Dudley district of the West Midlands. The area includes the town centres of Amblecote, Wollaston, Wordsley, and Pedmore, as well as the popular roundabouts of Brettell Lane and Pedmore Road. It encompasses a variety of local amenities, such as shopping centres, parks, restaurants, pubs, and supermarkets.
The population of the DY8 postcode is made up of a mix of both residents and commuters who work in a range of industries. Major employers include Nestle UK, Cadbury, and Johnson & Johnson. Public transport is available, with regular bus services running through the area and Stourbridge Junction and Stourbridge Town railway stations providing connections to the surrounding towns and villages.
The area is well known for its notable landmarks, such as the Mary Stevens Park in Wordsley, the Stourbridge Canal, and the Grade II listed buildings in Stourbridge such as Oldswinford Young People's Centre. The area also serves as a popular tourist attraction, with many historic sites and museums open to visitors.
Education within the postcode falls within the Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council and includes two secondary schools: The Crestwood School and The Earls High School, as well as several primary schools.
Sport is a major part of the community in DY8, with Birmingham City Football Club based nearby at St Andrew's Stadium. Local rugby clubs include Stourbridge Rugby Club and Pedmore RFC, while DY8 is also home to Stourbridge Cricket Club, who play in the Birmingham & District Premier Cricket League.
The community is also a haven for creative talents, with the local cultural scene featuring theatre groups, writers, visual artists, and musicians. Local music festivals, such as the Stourbridge Music Festival and the Wordsley Festival of Music, bring together these talents and more for an annual celebration of the local music culture.
Demographics
West Midlands
DY8 is located in the county of West Midlands, in England.
West Midlands has a total population of 2,864,900, making it the 2nd largest county in the UK.
West Midlands has a total area of 348 square miles, and a population density of 3177 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | DY8 |
| Postal Town | Dudley |
| MSOA Name | Dudley 035 |
| LSOA Name | Dudley 035C |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
DY8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DY8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.