Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

SPRING LANE, WS4 1AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRING LANE, WS4 1AZ.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /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: WS4 1AZ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WS4 1AZ's 62% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 30.6% year-on-year.

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

WS4 1AZ is a safe, established residential area on Spring Lane, 0.1km 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 1AZ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k, down 30.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS4 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00052301 (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 WS4 1AZ. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 170,000

3 sales · Mean £ 162,500

Detached

£ 155,000

3 sales · Mean £ 204,833

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

WS4 1AZ has low crime rates — 28 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.

Violence and sexual offences53
Criminal damage and arson14
Vehicle crime11
Public order6
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy

Good1409 pupils0.4 km
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St Francis Catholic Primary School

Good198 pupils0.5 km
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Greenfield Primary School

Good278 pupils0.8 km
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Rushall Primary School

Good256 pupils1.2 km
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St Michael's Church of England C Primary School

Outstanding428 pupils1.2 km
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Pelsall Village School

Good311 pupils1.4 km
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Ryders Hayes School

Good467 pupils1.5 km
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Radleys Primary School

Good222 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Esso0.7 km
  • K V Hartshorne Chemist0.2 km
  • Willows Superstore0.7 km
  • School Farm Shop0.3 km
  • Nisa Local0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Kathmandu Durbar @ The Four Crosses0.5 km
  • Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club0.8 km
  • The Four Crosses0.5 km
  • Railway Inn0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Radhuni Contemporary Indian Cuisine0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Shelfield Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Subway, Heath Service Station0.7 km
  • Spring Lane Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Furama Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Hing's Welcome0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bloxwich Station3.8 km
  • Bloxwich North4.3 km
  • Walsall4.6 km