WS4 1AP is a safe, established residential area on Broad Lane, 0.3km from High Heath in Rushall and Shelfield. Administratively it sits within Rushall-Shelfield ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
For families considering a move, WS4 1AP represents 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. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £174k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 13.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WS4 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00052306 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROAD LANE, WS4 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROAD LANE, WS4 1AP.
258
42
£ 40,000 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS4 1AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 42, WS4 1AP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £174k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 13.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS4 1AP. The average age is 42.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 178,000
4 sales · Mean £ 175,375
Semi-Detached
£ 169,250
6 sales · Mean £ 169,416
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS4 1AP has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Greenfield Primary School
Rushall Primary School
St Michael's Church of England C Primary School
Radleys Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Esso0.6 km
- K V Hartshorne Chemist0.2 km
- Willows Superstore0.7 km
- School Farm Shop0.4 km
- Nisa Local0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Kathmandu Durbar @ The Four Crosses0.4 km
- Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club1.0 km
- The Four Crosses0.4 km
- Horse and Jockey1.0 km
- Q Bar1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Radhuni Contemporary Indian Cuisine0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Shelfield Fish Bar0.5 km
- Subway, Heath Service Station0.6 km
- Spring Lane Fish Bar0.2 km
- Furama Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bloxwich Station4.0 km
- Bloxwich North4.5 km
- Walsall4.7 km
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Postcode Profile: WS41AP · Data under Open Government Licence