Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

WV1 1HR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV1 1HR.

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Population

463

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 30,800 /yr

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Employed

24%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV1 1HR 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.

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2/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WV1 1HR has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 28-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WV1 1HR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Dunstall Hill in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WV1 1HR is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — major retail centres of national and regional significance. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for WV1 1HR are sourced from Output Area E00053134 (shared with 12 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 WV1 1HR. The average age is 27.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British52.5%
Asian / British Asian9.9%
Black / African / Caribbean27.6%
Other / Mixed9.9%

Economic Activity

24%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around WV1 1HR is moderate at 70 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences128
Shoplifting107
Anti-social behaviour51
Other theft28
Public order28

school Local Schools

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Dunstall Hill Primary School

Good474 pupils0.2 km
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Thomas Telford University Technical College

Good545 pupils0.7 km
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West Park Primary School

Good333 pupils0.7 km
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Broadmeadow Special School

Good75 pupils0.7 km
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Woden Primary School

Outstanding476 pupils0.8 km
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St Stephen's Church of England Primary School

Good244 pupils1.2 km
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Bushbury Lane Academy

Requires Improvement215 pupils1.4 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

Good450 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • Anna Mini Market Ltd0.5 km
  • Donia Supermarket Ltd0.3 km
  • Sharbazar Mini Market0.3 km
  • Today's0.4 km
  • Londis News Extra0.9 km
  • + 38 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • The Planet Night Club0.9 km
  • Whitmore Reans W.M. Club0.9 km
  • Centre Spot0.9 km
  • Hogshead T/a K-Town Chicken T/a Chick Box0.8 km
  • Bank Wolverhampton1.0 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Chickaros0.9 km
  • Chicky Chicken0.9 km
  • Daffodils Restaurant0.4 km
  • Glaze0.9 km
  • Holiday Inn Hotel0.8 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Aunt Sally's0.9 km
  • Rafa's Sweets0.6 km
  • The Pork Joint0.9 km
  • BurgerBae & Shakes Ltd0.1 km
  • Dixy Chicken T/a Dixy Pizza0.9 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Redwing Lodge0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Iceland Foods Limited0.3 km
  • Asda0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton1.1 km
  • Bilbrook5.0 km
  • Codsall6.0 km