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Takeaways| Council | Dudley |
| Crime Rate | High for a West Midlands suburb 73% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Lye is £229,286, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Lye house price trends over the last 30 years.
£229,286
£302,743
£109,960
£229,006
£187,588
Is Lye a nice place to live?
Lye is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Lye?
Lye has a high crime rate for a West Midlands suburb, with around 129 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 73% above the national average, and 50% above the West Midlands average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.
What are the best schools in Lye?
Lye has 28 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding school is Cradley CofE Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Rufford Primary School and Hob Green Primary School. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Lye?
The majority of residents in Lye identify as White (British) (59%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (81%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.