WS15 1AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Waterside, 0.2km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Brereton and Ravenhill ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.
For families considering a move, WS15 1AE represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, 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 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00149529 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATERSIDE, WS15 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERSIDE, WS15 1AE.
307
37
£ 40,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS15 1AE 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.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WS15 1AE's 61% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS15 1AE. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 136,250
12 sales · Mean £ 139,204
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS15 1AE has low crime rates — 40 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.
school Local Schools
Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Chase View Community Primary School
Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School
Churchfield CofE Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Brereton Pharmacy0.3 km
- Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.1 km
- P Follows Butchers0.4 km
- Premier Brereton Stores0.7 km
- Rugeley Service Station0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Red Lion0.8 km
- Brereton Sports & Social Club0.9 km
- Mossley Tavern0.8 km
- Pear Tree WMC0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.2 km
- Co-op1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Bas`s Peartree Chippy1.0 km
- Cafe Nine0.7 km
- Georges Fish Bar0.5 km
- St Michael's Fish Bar0.4 km
- Wing Lea Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Venture Point Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Hawkesyard Estate0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rugeley Town1.0 km
- Rugeley1.2 km
- Rugeley Trent Valley2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Talbot Road0.1 km
- Talbot Road0.1 km
- Ravenslea Road0.1 km
- Oaktree Road0.1 km
- Ravenslea Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WS151AE · Data under Open Government Licence