Situated along the same river less than four miles apart is a market town and little village - but visitors heading there have shared contrasting experiences.
Stourbridge and Kinver are located along the River Stour, based in the Dudley borough and neighbouring Staffordshire county respectively.
Kinver and Stourbridge are traditionally considered 'posh' places to lives - but while locals were praising of Kinver, concerns were raised about street crime in Stourbridge.
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Kinver is located in the Staffordshire countryside and is home to around 7,000 residents, boasting a picturesque high street with independent shops and