Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

TREETOPS DRIVE, WV12 4BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TREETOPS DRIVE, WV12 4BQ.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV12 4BQ 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.

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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WV12 4BQ 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. Property prices are trending up 21.4% year-on-year.

home £145,428 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WV12 4BQ is a safe, established residential area on Treetops Drive, 0.6km from Lane Head in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Short Heath ward and the Walsall North constituency.

For families considering a move, WV12 4BQ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WV12 4BQ are sourced from Output Area E00052417 (shared with 5 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 WV12 4BQ. 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

White / British66.8%
Asian / British Asian24.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.7%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 185,000

9 sales · Mean £ 187,222

Terraced

£ 69,000

2 sales · Mean £ 69,000

Flat

£ 40,000

2 sales · Mean £ 40,000

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

WV12 4BQ has low crime rates — 27 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.

Violence and sexual offences76
Criminal damage and arson18
Vehicle crime8
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Willenhall E-ACT Academy

Requires Improvement842 pupils0.2 km
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New Leaf Centre

Requires Improvement62 pupils0.3 km
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Rosedale Church of England C Infant School

Good254 pupils0.3 km
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Lodge Farm Primary School

Good377 pupils0.4 km
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Old Hall School

Good103 pupils0.4 km
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Short Heath Junior School

Good261 pupils0.5 km
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Lane Head Nursery School

Outstanding86 pupils0.7 km
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Bentley West Primary School Additionally Resourced for Hearing Impaired

Requires Improvement461 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Homestead0.2 km
  • United Kingdom Inn0.7 km
  • Short Heath Liberal Club0.7 km
  • The Bridge Tavern0.6 km
  • The Whimsey0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Lane Head Post Office & Stores0.7 km
  • R & B Foodstore (Nisa)0.7 km
  • Harding Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Shop Life Style0.7 km
  • Bentley News0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Oriental Kitchen0.7 km
  • Eat Fresh0.7 km
  • Renzo's Desserts Ltd0.2 km
  • Dizzy Kidz0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Hungry Bite1.0 km
  • Lane Head Balti0.7 km
  • Chip Stop0.7 km
  • Spice Corner (Restaurant in Bridge Tavern Pub)0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bloxwich Station2.6 km
  • Bloxwich North3.2 km
  • Walsall3.4 km