WS4 1DH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Westway, 0.3km from High Heath in Rushall and Shelfield. Administratively it sits within Pelsall ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
For families considering a move, WS4 1DH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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 £272k, up 7.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WS4 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00052305 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTWAY, WS4 1DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTWAY, WS4 1DH.
297
49
£ 38,300 /yr
42%
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 1DH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 7.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS4 1DH. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 235,000
9 sales · Mean £ 245,883
Detached
£ 283,500
2 sales · Mean £ 283,500
Semi-Detached
£ 245,750
10 sales · Mean £ 239,796
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS4 1DH 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
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
Greenfield Primary School
Rushall Primary School
St Michael's Church of England C Primary School
Pelsall Village School
Radleys Primary School
Ryders Hayes School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Shelfield Service Station0.9 km
- Esso0.7 km
- K V Hartshorne Chemist0.3 km
- Nisa Local0.3 km
- Willows Superstore0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Kathmandu Durbar @ The Four Crosses0.6 km
- Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club0.6 km
- The Four Crosses0.6 km
- Railway Inn0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Radhuni Contemporary Indian Cuisine0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Hing's Welcome0.6 km
- Furama Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Shelfield Fish Bar0.7 km
- Subway, Heath Service Station0.7 km
- Spring Lane Fish Bar0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bloxwich Station3.6 km
- Bloxwich North4.1 km
- Walsall4.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WS41DH · Data under Open Government Licence