WS7 1ZR is a sought-after residential area on The Valley, 1.2km from Chase Terrace in Burntwood. Administratively it sits within Chase Terrace ward and the Lichfield constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WS7, WS7 1ZR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.
Census 2021 statistics for WS7 1ZR are sourced from Output Area E00150280 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE VALLEY, WS7 1ZR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE VALLEY, WS7 1ZR.
462
44
£ 40,300 /yr
57%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WS7 1ZR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 95% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS7 1ZR. The average age is 44.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 280,000
3 sales · Mean £ 283,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS7 1ZR has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holly Grove Primary Academy
Chase Terrace Primary School
St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary
Chase Terrace Academy
Boney Hay Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- C Robinson & Son Butchers0.9 km
- Eastgate Stores0.5 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- Sunny Wines1.0 km
- S Whitehouse Butchers0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Firs Club & Institute1.0 km
- The Victoria Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Sant' Antonio Restaurant1.0 km
- 1st Chase Terrace Scout Group0.4 km
- The Bakery Chase Park0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Superb Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Heron Foods1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hednesford4.5 km
- Cannock5.1 km
- Landywood6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Cobbett Road0.4 km
- Cobbett Road0.4 km
- Chaselands0.4 km
- Biddulph Park0.4 km
- Eastgate Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WS71ZR · Data under Open Government Licence