Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

HIGH RIDGE CLOSE, WS9 0DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH RIDGE CLOSE, WS9 0DW.

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Population

353

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS9 0DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
paymentsAffluence
8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WS9 0DW — age 40, 86% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 26.8% year-on-year.

home £112,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS9 0DW is a safe, established residential area on High Ridge Close, 0.8km from Pool Green in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

For families considering a move, WS9 0DW represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £112k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 26.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS9 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00051766 (shared with 15 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 0DW. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.9%
Asian / British Asian9.3%
Black / African / Caribbean4.2%
Other / Mixed8.5%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Flat

£ 72,500

10 sales · Mean £ 73,922

Terraced

£ 135,000

4 sales · Mean £ 138,000

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

WS9 0DW has low crime rates — 25 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 offences41
Other theft11
Vehicle crime9
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Aldridge School - A Science College

Good1581 pupils0.8 km
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Radleys Primary School

Good222 pupils1.2 km
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Whetstone Field Primary School

Good230 pupils1.4 km
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St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good231 pupils1.5 km
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic College

Good1132 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Lifestyle Express0.2 km
  • R K Newsagents0.4 km
  • Mfg Londis Redhouse0.6 km
  • Pete's Cellar0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The White House0.6 km
  • Rushall Olympic Football Club0.4 km
  • The Red Lion0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Simply Eat Catering also known as Wingers & Burger Nation0.7 km
  • Julie Jones (Hot Food Kiosk)0.4 km
  • Lighthouse Fish Bar0.4 km
  • The Orange Chippy0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Pit Stop Cafe and Cakes Ltd0.3 km
  • Anchorbrook Cafe & Deli0.6 km
  • Truly Delights0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall3.8 km
  • Bloxwich Station5.5 km
  • Bescot Stadium5.7 km