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.
WESTBROOK AVENUE, WS9 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTBROOK AVENUE, WS9 0BU.
258
43
£ 49,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
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.
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
Leighswood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, 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
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
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
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