WS4 1AS is a safe, established residential area on Birch Lane, 0.4km from High Heath in Rushall and Shelfield. Administratively it sits within Rushall-Shelfield ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 65% 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: Average house prices are around £240k, down 11.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WS4 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00052310 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRCH LANE, WS4 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH LANE, WS4 1AS.
298
44
£ 40,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS4 1AS 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WS4 1AS is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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. Property prices are trending down 11.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS4 1AS. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 157,500
10 sales · Mean £ 162,150
Detached
£ 278,000
2 sales · Mean £ 278,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS4 1AS has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
Greenfield Primary School
Rushall Primary School
Radleys Primary School
St Michael's Church of England C Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Shelfield Service Station0.8 km
- Esso0.4 km
- K V Hartshorne Chemist0.1 km
- Willows Superstore0.5 km
- School Farm Shop0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Kathmandu Durbar @ The Four Crosses0.3 km
- Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club1.0 km
- The Four Crosses0.3 km
- Railway Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Radhuni Contemporary Indian Cuisine0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Shelfield Fish Bar0.4 km
- Subway, Heath Service Station0.4 km
- Spring Lane Fish Bar0.1 km
- Furama Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
- Hing's Welcome1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bloxwich Station3.9 km
- Bloxwich North4.5 km
- Walsall4.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WS41AS · Data under Open Government Licence