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About

Dudley is a metropolitan borough in the West Midlands, covering an area of approximately 98 square kilometers. It lies to the west of Birmingham and includes towns such as Dudley, Stourbridge, and Halesowen. The district is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in ironworking and glassmaking, which shaped its development during the 18th and 19th centuries. Dudley is home to the Black Country Living Museum, an open-air attraction showcasing the region's history.

The landscape features a mix of urban areas and green spaces, including the Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust, which offers boat tours through limestone caverns. The district has strong transport links, with rail and road connections to Birmingham and beyond. Dudley Zoo, located on a castle grounds, is a popular visitor destination. The area has a mix of residential neighborhoods, retail centers, and industrial estates, reflecting its historical and modern economic roles.

Area overview

On average Dudley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dudley is £39,138 per year. There are 118 schools in Dudley: 79 primary (4 Outstanding and 54 Good) and 19 secondary (0 Outstanding and 14 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Dudley Population

323,488

Population density

3,302.4 per km²

Demographics

British

266,564

82.4%

Pakistani

14,906

4.61%

Indian

7,812

2.41%

Other White

6,296

1.95%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

5,133

1.59%

Total population: 323,488

Housing

Owns outright

51,133

37.3%

Owns with a mortgage

39,920

29.12%

Social rents from council

21,157

15.44%

Private landlord or letting agency

16,644

12.14%

Other social rented

4,864

3.55%

Total households: 137,069

Property prices in Dudley

Based on 2,944 recent sales, the median property price is £236,250 in Dudley area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Dudley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	654	£349,950	£205,000	£291,063	£420,000	£616,750
Flats	264	£126,750	£63,100	£97,000	£150,000	£192,425
Semi-Detached	1,305	£238,000	£145,000	£200,000	£276,000	£360,000
Terraced	721	£205,000	£123,000	£170,000	£245,000	£315,000

10 years median price trend in Dudley

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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