Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

BRERETON ROAD, WS15 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRERETON ROAD, WS15 1DP.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

42

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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 1DP 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.

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5/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WS15 1DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 79% 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. Property prices are trending up 88.9% year-on-year.

home £241,250 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS15 1DP is a safe, established residential area on Brereton Road, 0.3km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Brereton and Ravenhill ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £241k, up 88.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS15 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00149540 (shared with 5 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 1DP. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 192,500

9 sales · Mean £ 227,944

Detached

£ 340,000

2 sales · Mean £ 340,000

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

WS15 1DP has low crime rates — 31 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 offences76
Anti-social behaviour14
Public order10
Vehicle crime9
Drugs8

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good193 pupils0.2 km
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Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School

Good209 pupils0.6 km
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Churchfield CofE Primary Academy

Requires Improvement141 pupils0.7 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 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Daisy's Kitchen1.0 km
  • Arcade Cafe0.8 km
  • BHX1 Catering at Amazon0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • Silsila0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Brereton Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.6 km
  • Chase Candy0.8 km
  • Chinese Medical Centre0.9 km
  • Esso Service Station0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Bas`s Peartree Chippy0.7 km
  • Cafe Nine0.8 km
  • Georges Fish Bar1.0 km
  • St Michael's Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Wing Lea Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Albion Inn0.9 km
  • The Colliers0.6 km
  • The Plaza0.7 km
  • Lea Hall Social Club0.7 km
  • Mossley Tavern0.3 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rugeley Town0.5 km
  • Rugeley1.0 km
  • Rugeley Trent Valley1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Ravenhill Terrace0.0 km
  • Ravenhill Terrace0.1 km
  • Newman Grove0.1 km
  • Garden Drive0.2 km
  • Coulthwaite Way0.2 km