WV16 4AE is a sought-after residential area on Hollybush Road, 0.3km from Bridgnorth in Bridgnorth. Administratively it sits within Bridgnorth West and Tasley ward and the Ludlow constituency.
For families considering a move, WV16 4AE represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 59) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, up 285.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WV16 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00146834 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLYBUSH ROAD, WV16 4AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLYBUSH ROAD, WV16 4AE.
210
59
£ 41,700 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WV16 4AE — age 59, 63% ownership, 26% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 285.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV16 4AE. The average age is 59.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 630,000
3 sales · Mean £ 638,333
Terraced
£ 140,000
4 sales · Mean £ 141,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WV16 4AE is moderate at 53 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
Bridgnorth Endowed School
Oldbury Wells School
St John's Catholic Primary School
Castlefields Primary School
St Leonard's CofE Primary School
St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Turners Top Shop1.0 km
- Beaman And Sons0.3 km
- Bridgnorth Bakes0.5 km
- Courtney's Cakes0.2 km
- Giovannis0.3 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
31 nearby- Bridgnorth Bowling Club0.4 km
- Bridgnorth Cricket & Hockey Clubs0.8 km
- Railwaymans Arms0.4 km
- The Bear0.4 km
- Bylet Bowling Club0.5 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Bassa Villa0.3 km
- Butlers0.2 km
- Castle Tea Rooms0.2 km
- Costa0.2 km
- Gems Kitchen0.8 km
- + 32 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Bridgnorth Samosa Junction & Ice Cream Parlour0.3 km
- Meadow Munch Bridgnorth @ AFC Bridgnorth0.8 km
- Riverside Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
- Sids Plaice1.0 km
- Tasty Pizza And Chickenland0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cosford14.8 km
- Shifnal15.2 km
- Albrighton15.6 km
Bus Stops
- STOP CODE NOT USED0.2 km
- Bridgnorth (Severn Valley Railway)0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV164AE · Data under Open Government Licence