Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

HEATHER CLOSE, WS15 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATHER CLOSE, WS15 1BB.

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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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WS15 1BB spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 12.4% year-on-year.

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

WS15 1BB is a safe, established residential area on Heather Close, 0.4km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Brereton and Ravenhill ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

For families considering a move, WS15 1BB represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £246k, down 12.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS15 1BB 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 1BB. 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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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 159,000

10 sales · Mean £ 187,150

Detached

£ 159,950

3 sales · Mean £ 156,650

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

WS15 1BB has low crime rates — 26 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 offences72
Anti-social behaviour14
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order6

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 pupils0.5 km
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Churchfield CofE Primary Academy

Requires Improvement141 pupils1.0 km
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Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School

Good239 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Brereton Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • P Follows Butchers0.7 km
  • Rugeley Service Station0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

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

7 nearby
  • Bas`s Peartree Chippy0.6 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

4 nearby
  • Lea Hall Social Club1.0 km
  • Mossley Tavern0.8 km
  • S & K Catering @ Lea Hall Social Club1.0 km
  • Pear Tree WMC0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rugeley Town0.7 km
  • Rugeley1.5 km
  • Rugeley Trent Valley2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Sutton Close0.1 km
  • Sutton Close0.1 km
  • Madden Close0.2 km
  • Madden Close0.2 km
  • Cowlishaw Way0.3 km