Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

SUTTON ROAD, WS5 3AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUTTON ROAD, WS5 3AZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

336

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WS5 3AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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6/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WS5 3AZ combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£547k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 39.0% year-on-year.

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

WS5 3AZ is a sought-after residential area on Sutton Road, 0.4km from Hay Head in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Pheasey Park Farm ward and the Walsall South constituency.

For serious buyers, WS5 3AZ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £547k, up 39.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS5 3AZ are sourced from Output Area E00052182 (shared with 12 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 WS5 3AZ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British56.3%
Asian / British Asian35.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 459,000

6 sales · Mean £ 463,833

Semi-Detached

£ 325,000

1 sales · Mean £ 325,000

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

WS5 3AZ has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Shoplifting3
Vehicle crime3
Other crime1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Park Hall Infant Academy

Good322 pupils1.6 km
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Park Hall Junior Academy

Good410 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Hayhead Butchers @0.5 km
  • Hayhead Farm Shop0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Heavenly Baking Coffee Shop & Tearooms0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Stores0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall3.4 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway4.2 km
  • Bescot Stadium4.3 km