Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

GORSE LANE, WS15 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORSE LANE, WS15 1BA.

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Population

384

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 40,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

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
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WS15 1BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 86% 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

WS15 1BA is a safe, established residential area on Gorse Lane, 0.5km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Brereton and Ravenhill ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

For families considering a move, WS15 1BA represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS15 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00149530 (shared with 13 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 1BA. The average age is 44.0. 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 Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 180,000

3 sales · Mean £ 176,000

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

WS15 1BA has low crime rates — 33 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 offences59
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order9
Vehicle crime8
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School

Good209 pupils0.3 km
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Chase View Community Primary School

Good188 pupils0.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good193 pupils0.6 km
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Churchfield CofE Primary Academy

Requires Improvement141 pupils1.1 km
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Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School

Good239 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Brereton Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.5 km
  • P Follows Butchers0.7 km
  • Rugeley Service Station0.9 km
  • Sebastian Mini Market0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bas`s Peartree Chippy0.7 km
  • Georges Fish Bar0.9 km
  • St Michael's Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Wing Lea Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Andys Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Mossley Tavern0.9 km
  • Pear Tree WMC0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rugeley Town0.9 km
  • Rugeley1.5 km
  • Rugeley Trent Valley2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Madden Close0.2 km
  • Madden Close0.2 km
  • Sutton Close0.2 km
  • Sutton Close0.2 km
  • Ravenslea Road0.3 km