WV12 4BG is a safe, established residential area on Furzebank Way, 0.8km from Little Island in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Short Heath ward and the Walsall North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for WV12 4BG are sourced from Output Area E00052417 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FURZEBANK WAY, WV12 4BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FURZEBANK WAY, WV12 4BG.
328
47
£ 35,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV12 4BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WV12 4BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV12 4BG. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
9 sales · Mean £ 170,000
Terraced
£ 163,000
2 sales · Mean £ 163,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV12 4BG has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lodge Farm Primary School
Willenhall E-ACT Academy
Old Hall School
New Leaf Centre
Rosedale Church of England C Infant School
Short Heath Junior School
Bentley West Primary School Additionally Resourced for Hearing Impaired
The Jane Lane School, A College for Cognition & Learning
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Homestead0.2 km
- United Kingdom Inn1.0 km
- Short Heath Liberal Club1.0 km
- The Bridge Tavern0.9 km
- The Whimsey0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Bentley Fish Bar0.8 km
- Hungry Bite0.8 km
- Lane Head Balti0.9 km
- Chip Stop0.9 km
- Spice Corner (Restaurant in Bridge Tavern Pub)0.9 km
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Lane Head Post Office & Stores0.9 km
- R & B Foodstore (Nisa)0.9 km
- Harding Pharmacy0.3 km
- Shop Life Style0.9 km
- A & H Supersave0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Oriental Kitchen0.9 km
- Eat Fresh0.9 km
- Renzo's Desserts Ltd0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bloxwich Station2.8 km
- Walsall3.1 km
- Bloxwich North3.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WV124BG · Data under Open Government Licence