Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

WV16 4AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV16 4AR.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 41,700 /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: WV16 4AR 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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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WV16 4AR — age 54, 68% ownership, 31% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WV16 4AR is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Bridgnorth in Bridgnorth. Administratively it sits within Bridgnorth West and Tasley ward and the Ludlow constituency.

For families considering a move, WV16 4AR represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WV16 4AR are sourced from Output Area E00146835 (shared with 14 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 WV16 4AR. The average age is 53.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

WV16 4AR has low crime rates — 49 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.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour36
Shoplifting32
Public order15
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Oldbury Wells School

Good819 pupils0.4 km
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Bridgnorth Endowed School

Good535 pupils0.5 km
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Castlefields Primary School

Good233 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Catholic Primary School

Good201 pupils0.7 km
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St Leonard's CofE Primary School

Good299 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Bluecoat CofE (VA) Primary School

Good207 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

30 nearby
  • Bridgnorth Bowling Club0.5 km
  • Bridgnorth Cricket & Hockey Clubs0.8 km
  • Railwaymans Arms0.3 km
  • The Bear0.5 km
  • Bylet Bowling Club0.5 km
  • + 25 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

37 nearby
  • Bassa Villa0.4 km
  • Butlers0.3 km
  • Castle Tea Rooms0.2 km
  • Costa0.3 km
  • Gems Kitchen0.9 km
  • + 32 more
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bridgnorth Samosa Junction & Ice Cream Parlour0.4 km
  • Meadow Munch Bridgnorth @ AFC Bridgnorth0.9 km
  • Riverside Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
  • Tasty Pizza And Chickenland0.5 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Beaman And Sons0.3 km
  • Bridgnorth Bakes0.5 km
  • Courtney's Cakes0.3 km
  • Giovannis0.4 km
  • Lands & Sea0.4 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Tesco Express0.4 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cosford14.9 km
  • Shifnal15.3 km
  • Albrighton15.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridgnorth (Severn Valley Railway)0.2 km
  • STOP CODE NOT USED0.3 km