WS7 2NW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Albion Way, 0.4km from Chase Terrace in Burntwood. Administratively it sits within Boney Hay & Central ward and the Lichfield constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WS7 2NW is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WS7 2NW are sourced from Output Area E00150237 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBION WAY, WS7 2NW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBION WAY, WS7 2NW.
196
42
£ 40,300 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS7 2NW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WS7 2NW has a significant social housing presence — 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS7 2NW. The average age is 42.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 105,000
1 sales · Mean £ 105,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS7 2NW has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Chase Terrace Primary School
Boney Hay Primary Academy
Holly Grove Primary Academy
Chase Terrace Academy
Springhill Primary Academy
St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary
Highfields Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Cost Cutter - Dehal Superstore0.3 km
- Lifestyle Express0.2 km
- Sunny Wines0.3 km
- Bakeaway0.7 km
- Parkhill Liquor0.3 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Boney Hay Working Mens Club0.2 km
- Ring O Bells0.4 km
- The Fozzers0.6 km
- The Wych Elm0.7 km
- The Firs Club & Institute0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- 1st Chase Terrace Scout Group0.8 km
- Khans Kitchen0.7 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- MCH Catering0.8 km
- Mikey Teas0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Wm Morrison0.9 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Joe's Pizza Company0.7 km
- Johnny Wong Chinese Restaurant0.7 km
- King Of Spice0.4 km
- Parkhill Fishbar0.3 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hednesford5.5 km
- Cannock6.2 km
- Lichfield7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Albion Way0.0 km
- Albion Way0.1 km
- Mountbatten Close0.1 km
- Mountbatten Close0.1 km
- Coppice Close0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WS72NW · Data under Open Government Licence