Postcode Analysis Sandwell, West Midlands

SHAFTESBURY ROAD, WS10 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHAFTESBURY ROAD, WS10 0DJ.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 36,400 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS10 0DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WS10 0DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 3.0% year-on-year.

home £245,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS10 0DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Shaftesbury Road, 0.2km from Mesty Croft in Wednesbury. Administratively it sits within Friar Park ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.

For families considering a move, WS10 0DJ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k, down 3.0% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for WS10 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00050391 (shared with 6 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 WS10 0DJ. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.9%
Asian / British Asian4.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 32%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 227,750

8 sales · Mean £ 218,687

Terraced

£ 245,000

1 sales · Mean £ 245,000

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

WS10 0DJ has low crime rates — 39 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 offences84
Vehicle crime21
Criminal damage and arson19
Other crime10
Burglary9

school Local Schools

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Wodensborough Ormiston Academy

Good1128 pupils0.3 km
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Mesty Croft Primary

Good457 pupils0.3 km
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Tameside Primary Academy

Good498 pupils0.6 km
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Moorlands Primary School

Good201 pupils0.8 km
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St John's Church of England Primary Academy

Good202 pupils0.8 km
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Park Hill Primary School

Good253 pupils1.1 km
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Hall Green Primary School

Good458 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good230 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • DS Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Friar Park Chemist0.7 km
  • Greggs Plc1.0 km
  • Jubilee Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Open Heaven Pantry0.7 km
  • + 29 more
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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Crankhall Lane Social Club Ltd0.9 km
  • Horse and Jockey0.9 km
  • The Brunswick Inn0.7 km
  • The Croft0.3 km
  • The William Archer1.0 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Aashiqs0.9 km
  • Churchills0.8 km
  • Le Bakery0.7 km
  • The Kesar0.9 km
  • Gelato Fusion0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Heron Frozen Foods Limited1.0 km
  • Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
  • Farmfoods1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • #Pizza10.9 km
  • Aladdins0.8 km
  • Amigos Dial A Pizza0.9 km
  • Brill Burgerz0.9 km
  • Brunswick Fish Bar0.8 km
  • + 17 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bescot Stadium1.7 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway2.1 km
  • Walsall4.0 km