Postcode Analysis North Warwickshire, West Midlands

WESTFIELDS, B78 1AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTFIELDS, B78 1AL.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

B78 1AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £390k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B78 1AL is a sought-after residential area on Westfields, 0.5km from Birchmoor in North Warwickshire. Administratively it sits within Polesworth West ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in B78, B78 1AL offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k.

Census 2021 statistics for B78 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00158244 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B78 1AL. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 355,000

2 sales · Mean £ 355,000

Semi-Detached

£ 202,000

1 sales · Mean £ 202,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B78 1AL has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Vehicle crime9
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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Three Peaks Primary Academy

Good364 pupils1.1 km
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The Polesworth School

Good1523 pupils1.1 km
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Birchwood Primary School

Outstanding440 pupils1.2 km
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Stoneydelph Primary School

Good290 pupils1.4 km
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Dordon Primary School

Good201 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Vtrition0.4 km
  • G H Watson Newsagents0.9 km
  • Euro Garages (Tamworth Services Forecourt)0.4 km
  • W H Smith0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Birchmoor Working Mens Club0.4 km
  • The Gamecock0.6 km
  • North Warwickshire Recreational Centre0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge Tamworth M420.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Burger King0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • KFC0.4 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • Pret (Tamworth Services)0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polesworth2.5 km
  • Wilnecote2.9 km
  • Tamworth4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Milburn0.4 km
  • Milburn0.5 km