Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

MILL STREET, WV15 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL STREET, WV15 5AL.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 39,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV15 5AL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 45, WV15 5AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

WV15 5AL is a safe, established residential area on Mill Street, 0.3km from Low Town in Bridgnorth. Administratively it sits within Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts ward and the Ludlow constituency.

For families considering a move, WV15 5AL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for WV15 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00146843 (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 WV15 5AL. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

Crime around WV15 5AL is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences68
Anti-social behaviour34
Shoplifting33
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft14

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School

Good207 pupils0.4 km
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Bridgnorth Endowed School

Good535 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Catholic Primary School

Good201 pupils0.9 km
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St Leonard's CofE Primary School

Good299 pupils1.0 km
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Oldbury Wells School

Good819 pupils1.0 km
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Castlefields Primary School

Good233 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Beamans0.4 km
  • Budgens0.9 km
  • Mike & Sarah's Family Butchers0.6 km
  • Pennys Fine Foods0.4 km
  • The Cake Room Bridgnorth0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

28 nearby
  • Black Boy0.3 km
  • Bridgnorth Golf Club1.0 km
  • Old Castle Inn0.5 km
  • Parlors Hall Hotel0.0 km
  • The Bandon Arms0.0 km
  • + 23 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Blue Ginger0.0 km
  • Carrie England ApotheCarrie0.4 km
  • China Diner0.1 km
  • Coffee At D'Arcy's0.4 km
  • Eurasia Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 31 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.4 km
  • Tesco Express0.1 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Co-op0.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Kum Tong0.0 km
  • Shanghai Town0.6 km
  • Bridgnorth Samosa Junction & Ice Cream Parlour0.5 km
  • Riverside Fish & Chip Shop0.0 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cosford14.4 km
  • Shifnal14.9 km
  • Albrighton15.1 km

Bus Stops

  • STOP CODE NOT USED0.4 km