WS4 1BZ is a safe, established residential area on Leighs Road, 0.5km from Shelfield in Rushall and Shelfield. Administratively it sits within Pelsall ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
For families considering a move, WS4 1BZ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £186k, up 17.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WS4 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00052273 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEIGHS ROAD, WS4 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEIGHS ROAD, WS4 1BZ.
284
47
£ 38,300 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WS4 1BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 17.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS4 1BZ. The average age is 47.5. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 174,000
20 sales · Mean £ 162,925
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS4 1BZ has low crime rates — 19 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
Greenfield Primary School
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Rushall Primary School
Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
Radleys Primary School
St Michael's Church of England C Primary School
Elmwood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Shelfield Service Station0.6 km
- Nisa Local0.4 km
- Esso0.4 km
- K V Hartshorne Chemist0.4 km
- Queens Convenience Store & Post Office1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Hing's Welcome0.7 km
- Furama Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Queens Fish Bar1.0 km
- Three Spices1.0 km
- Shelfield Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Kathmandu Durbar @ The Four Crosses0.6 km
- Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club0.8 km
- Aldridge Sailing Club0.9 km
- The Four Crosses0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Radhuni Contemporary Indian Cuisine0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bloxwich Station3.6 km
- Walsall4.1 km
- Bloxwich North4.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WS41BZ · Data under Open Government Licence