WV15 5DU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Oaklands, 0.8km 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 5DU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £251k.
Census 2021 statistics for WV15 5DU are sourced from Output Area E00146862 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKLANDS, WV15 5DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKLANDS, WV15 5DU.
278
49
£ 39,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WV15 5DU spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. 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 WV15 5DU. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
7 sales · Mean £ 223,350
Detached
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV15 5DU has low crime rates — 27 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School
Bridgnorth Endowed School
Oldbury Wells School
St John's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Black Boy1.0 km
- Parlors Hall Hotel0.7 km
- The Bandon Arms0.8 km
- The Black Horse0.8 km
- The Boatyard0.8 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Blue Ginger0.7 km
- China Diner0.8 km
- Ridleys On The River0.9 km
- Thalio - Asian Street Food0.7 km
- Bassa Villa1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Aldi0.4 km
- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Bridgnorth Greggs0.6 km
- Kum Tong0.8 km
- Riverside Fish & Chip Shop0.8 km
- Tasty Pizza And Chickenland0.8 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Beaman And Sons0.9 km
- Bridgnorth Bakes0.8 km
- Eurogarages Bridgnorth Service Station0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily Bridgnorth0.2 km
- Our Green Shop0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cosford14.3 km
- Albrighton14.9 km
- Shifnal15.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WV155DU · Data under Open Government Licence