Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

WESTBROOK AVENUE, WS9 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTBROOK AVENUE, WS9 0BU.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 44% social renting, WS9 0BU is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 7.4% year-on-year.

home £202,142 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS9 0BU is a safe, established residential area on Westbrook Avenue, 0.4km from Pool Green in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WS9 0BU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 44% 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: Average house prices are around £202k, down 7.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS9 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00051769 (shared with 4 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 WS9 0BU. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.5%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 213,750

8 sales · Mean £ 206,687

Flat

£ 83,000

1 sales · Mean £ 83,000

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

1 sales · Mean £ 225,000

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

WS9 0BU has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences69
Other theft11
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Aldridge School - A Science College

Good1581 pupils0.3 km
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Whetstone Field Primary School

Good230 pupils1.0 km
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St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good231 pupils1.0 km
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic College

Good1132 pupils1.0 km
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Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School

Good471 pupils1.3 km
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Leighswood School

Good562 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Aldridge Wines0.9 km
  • Anchor Wines0.8 km
  • Boots The Chemist Ltd0.9 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.3 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The White House0.5 km
  • Aldridge Conservative & Union Club0.8 km
  • Rushall Olympic Football Club0.8 km
  • The Avion (Wetherspoon)0.8 km
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Cafe in the Square0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Crumbs Sandwich Bar1.0 km
  • R1 Bar0.9 km
  • Aura Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Papa John's0.9 km
  • Hong Kong0.8 km
  • Julie Jones (Hot Food Kiosk)0.8 km
  • Lighthouse Fish Bar0.4 km
  • The Orange Chippy0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall4.2 km
  • Blake Street5.7 km
  • Bescot Stadium5.9 km