WS9 0DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km 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 0DJ is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WS9 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00051799 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WS9 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WS9 0DJ.
274
44
£ 38,200 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS9 0DJ 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
With 41% social renting, WS9 0DJ 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS9 0DJ. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS9 0DJ has low crime rates — 26 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
St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School
St Francis of Assisi Catholic College
Whetstone Field Primary School
Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School
Leighswood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Aldridge Wines0.6 km
- Anchor Wines0.5 km
- Boots The Chemist Ltd0.6 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- Lifestyle Express0.6 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Aldridge Stick And Wicket Club1.0 km
- The White House0.8 km
- The Crown0.5 km
- Aldridge Conservative & Union Club0.6 km
- Aldridge Social Club1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Aldridge Church Centre1.0 km
- Cafe in the Square0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Crumbs Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Kisaan0.8 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Buddy's American Pizza0.8 km
- Papa John's0.6 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Simply Eat Catering also known as Wingers & Burger Nation0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walsall4.5 km
- Blake Street5.5 km
- Butlers Lane6.0 km
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Postcode Profile: WS90DJ · Data under Open Government Licence