Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

OAKTREE ROAD, WS15 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKTREE ROAD, WS15 1AD.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 40,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS15 1AD 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 37, WS15 1AD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £141k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

WS15 1AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oaktree Road, 0.2km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Brereton and Ravenhill ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £141k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 WS15 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00149529 (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 WS15 1AD. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 115,000

1 sales · Mean £ 115,000

Semi-Detached

£ 120,500

8 sales · Mean £ 128,625

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

WS15 1AD has low crime rates — 32 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 offences71
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order13
Shoplifting11
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School

Good209 pupils0.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good193 pupils0.6 km
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Chase View Community Primary School

Good188 pupils0.8 km
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Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School

Good239 pupils0.9 km
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Churchfield CofE Primary Academy

Requires Improvement141 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Brereton Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.1 km
  • P Follows Butchers0.4 km
  • Premier Brereton Stores0.7 km
  • Rugeley Service Station0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Red Lion0.8 km
  • Brereton Sports & Social Club0.9 km
  • Mossley Tavern0.8 km
  • Pear Tree WMC0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Food Factory1.0 km
  • Venture Point Coffee Shop0.8 km
  • Hawkesyard Estate0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.1 km
  • Co-op1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Bas`s Peartree Chippy1.0 km
  • Cafe Nine0.6 km
  • Georges Fish Bar0.5 km
  • St Michael's Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Wing Lea Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rugeley Town1.0 km
  • Rugeley1.2 km
  • Rugeley Trent Valley2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Oaktree Road0.1 km
  • Talbot Road0.1 km
  • Talbot Road0.1 km
  • Ravenslea Road0.2 km
  • Redbrook Lane0.2 km