Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

OLD PARK ROAD, WS12 0PU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD PARK ROAD, WS12 0PU.

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

358

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
workEmployment
4/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
6/10
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3/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WS12 0PU — age 46, 78% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 30.4% year-on-year.

home £265,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS12 0PU is a safe, established residential area on Old Park Road, 0.2km from Rawnsley in Rawnsley. Administratively it sits within Rawnsley ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

For families considering a move, WS12 0PU represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 30.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS12 0PU are sourced from Output Area E00149797 (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 WS12 0PU. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 165,000

5 sales · Mean £ 200,100

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

WS12 0PU has low crime rates — 30 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 offences27
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order7
Other theft6
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Hazel Slade Primary Academy

Good197 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

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

1 nearby
  • Hazelslade Inn0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Redforte Tandoori Takeaway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hednesford2.5 km
  • Cannock4.7 km
  • Rugeley Town5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Valley Road0.1 km
  • Valley Road0.2 km
  • Littleworth Road0.2 km
  • Littleworth Road0.2 km
  • Spar Shop0.2 km