Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

LONGSTAFF AVENUE, WS12 0QE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGSTAFF AVENUE, WS12 0QE.

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

348

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

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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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 36, WS12 0QE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

WS12 0QE is a mixed residential area on Longstaff Avenue, 0.3km from Prospect Village in Cannock Chase. Administratively it sits within Rawnsley ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

For families considering a move, WS12 0QE represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £202k, up 0.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS12 0QE are sourced from Output Area E00149792 (shared with 11 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 0QE. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 173,000

29 sales · Mean £ 177,330

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

Crime around WS12 0QE is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Hazel Slade Primary Academy

Good197 pupils1.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Rag Country Inn0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hednesford3.5 km
  • Cannock5.1 km
  • Rugeley Town5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Longstaff Avenue0.1 km
  • Longstaff Avenue0.2 km
  • Williamson Avenue0.2 km
  • Ironstone Road0.2 km
  • New Hayes Road0.5 km