Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

LONGMORE AVENUE, WS2 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGMORE AVENUE, WS2 0BW.

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Population

346

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /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: WS2 0BW 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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7/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

WS2 0BW is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

WS2 0BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Longmore Avenue, 0.7km from Bentley in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Bentley and Darlaston North ward and the Walsall South constituency.

For families considering a move, WS2 0BW represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 WS2 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00051872 (shared with 16 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 WS2 0BW. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.0%
Asian / British Asian23.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed13.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

Crime around WS2 0BW is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime52
Violence and sexual offences40
Criminal damage and arson27
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order6

school Local Schools

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King Charles Primary School

Good450 pupils0.4 km
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County Bridge Primary School

Good233 pupils0.5 km
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West Walsall E-ACT Academy

Good1178 pupils0.6 km
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The Jane Lane School, A College for Cognition & Learning

Requires Improvement133 pupils0.8 km
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Alumwell Nursery School

Outstanding139 pupils0.8 km
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Alumwell Junior School

Good360 pupils0.8 km
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Alumwell Infant School

Requires Improvement265 pupils0.8 km
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Bentley West Primary School Additionally Resourced for Hearing Impaired

Requires Improvement461 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • G K Wines & Grocers Ltd0.3 km
  • The Crusty Cob0.7 km
  • Brian Betteridge Butchers Limited0.5 km
  • Grosvenor Casino0.2 km
  • Nuts about Fruit0.2 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Wing Wah0.9 km
  • Daisy's Plaice0.3 km
  • Queen's Fast Food1.0 km
  • Bentley Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Cardamom Balti Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • KFC (M6 Juction 10)0.5 km
  • Nick's Cafe at G A Nicholas0.5 km
  • Bluebells Childrens Home0.8 km
  • BB's Coffee Shop &0.2 km
  • Cinnamon Court0.4 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Bentley Green Beefeater0.5 km
  • The Parkbrook0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express Walsall0.5 km
  • The Village Hotel & Leisure Club0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall2.3 km
  • Bescot Stadium3.0 km
  • Bloxwich Station3.9 km