WS15 1BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Harley Close, 0.4km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Brereton and Ravenhill ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WS15 1BQ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £159k, 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 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00149546 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARLEY CLOSE, WS15 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARLEY CLOSE, WS15 1BQ.
174
49
£ 40,200 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS15 1BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WS15 1BQ has a significant social housing presence — 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS15 1BQ. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 159,995
1 sales · Mean £ 159,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS15 1BQ has low crime rates — 28 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
Chase View Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Churchfield CofE Primary Academy
Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Brereton Pharmacy0.5 km
- Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.4 km
- P Follows Butchers0.6 km
- Premier Brereton Stores0.9 km
- Rugeley Service Station0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
- Co-op0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Bas`s Peartree Chippy0.7 km
- Cafe Nine1.0 km
- Georges Fish Bar0.8 km
- St Michael's Fish Bar0.6 km
- Wing Lea Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- + 3 more
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 Close0.1 km
- Madden Close0.1 km
- Sutton Close0.2 km
- Sutton Close0.2 km
- Ravenslea Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WS151BQ · Data under Open Government Licence