Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

WREXHAM AVENUE, WS2 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WREXHAM AVENUE, WS2 0DQ.

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Population

393

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WS2 0DQ 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.

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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WS2 0DQ has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

WS2 0DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wrexham Avenue, 0.8km from James Bridge in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Bentley and Darlaston North ward and the Walsall South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WS2 0DQ is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £175k, 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 WS2 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00051873 (shared with 9 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 0DQ. The average age is 34.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.8%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean11.0%
Other / Mixed11.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 149,999

18 sales · Mean £ 145,830

Terraced

£ 140,000

1 sales · Mean £ 140,000

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

Crime around WS2 0DQ is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Vehicle crime50
Criminal damage and arson24
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order7

school Local Schools

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County Bridge Primary School

Good233 pupils0.5 km
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King Charles Primary School

Good450 pupils0.7 km
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West Walsall E-ACT Academy

Good1178 pupils0.8 km
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Bentley West Primary School Additionally Resourced for Hearing Impaired

Requires Improvement461 pupils1.0 km
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The Jane Lane School, A College for Cognition & Learning

Requires Improvement133 pupils1.1 km
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Alumwell Infant School

Requires Improvement265 pupils1.1 km
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Alumwell Nursery School

Outstanding139 pupils1.1 km
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Alumwell Junior School

Good360 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • G K Wines & Grocers Ltd0.3 km
  • The Crusty Cob0.8 km
  • Brian Betteridge Butchers Limited0.5 km
  • Londis1.0 km
  • Owens Gym0.9 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Dan's Grill and Curry Ltd0.9 km
  • Garros Bar & Grill Ltd0.9 km
  • KFC (M6 Juction 10)0.7 km
  • Nick's Cafe at G A Nicholas0.3 km
  • BB's Coffee Shop &0.2 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Daisy's Plaice0.3 km
  • Bentley Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Cardamom Balti Restaurant0.5 km
  • Hungry Pigs0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Greenhouse Club0.9 km
  • Bentley Green Beefeater0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express Walsall0.7 km
  • The Village Hotel & Leisure Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall2.5 km
  • Bescot Stadium2.9 km
  • Bloxwich Station4.2 km