Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

BARNFIELD WAY, WS12 0PR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNFIELD WAY, WS12 0PR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

294

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

WS12 0PR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WS12 0PR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barnfield Way, 0.3km from Hazelslade in Rawnsley. Administratively it sits within Rawnsley ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

For families considering a move, WS12 0PR represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WS12 0PR are sourced from Output Area E00149793 (shared with 16 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 WS12 0PR. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 170,000

1 sales · Mean £ 170,000

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

WS12 0PR has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences32
Anti-social behaviour26
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson4
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Hazel Slade Primary Academy

Good197 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Village Food Store0.3 km
  • Happy's0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hazelslade Inn0.2 km
  • The Trafalgar1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Redforte Tandoori Takeaway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hednesford2.4 km
  • Cannock4.6 km
  • Rugeley Town5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Valley Road0.1 km
  • Valley Road0.2 km
  • Hazel Slade Primary Academy0.2 km
  • Blackthorn Crescent0.2 km
  • Blackthorn Crescent0.3 km