WS9 0BA is a safe, established residential area on Quicksand Lane, 0.3km from Bosty Lane in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.
For serious buyers, WS9 0BA is a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k, up 8.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WS9 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00051772 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
QUICKSAND LANE, WS9 0BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for QUICKSAND LANE, WS9 0BA.
433
45
£ 49,600 /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
No single demographic signal dominates WS9 0BA — age 45, 82% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £375k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 8.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS9 0BA. The average age is 44.6. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 298,100
8 sales · Mean £ 300,137
Detached
£ 449,950
5 sales · Mean £ 464,980
Terraced
£ 267,500
1 sales · Mean £ 267,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS9 0BA has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aldridge School - A Science College
Whetstone Field Primary School
St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School
St Francis of Assisi Catholic College
Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Lifestyle Express0.6 km
- R K Newsagents0.4 km
- Whetstone Convenience0.7 km
- Mfg Londis Redhouse0.8 km
- Pete's Cellar0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The White House0.2 km
- Rushall Olympic Football Club0.9 km
- The Red Lion0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Truly Delights0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Julie Jones (Hot Food Kiosk)0.9 km
- Lighthouse Fish Bar0.4 km
- The Orange Chippy0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walsall4.0 km
- Bescot Stadium5.6 km
- Blake Street5.8 km
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Postcode Profile: WS90BA · Data under Open Government Licence