WV2 1HE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pond Lane, 1.0km from Monmore Green in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Ettingshall ward and the Wolverhampton South East constituency.
The people who live in WV2 1HE are typical of a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WV2 1HE are sourced from Output Area E00052794 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POND LANE, WV2 1HE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POND LANE, WV2 1HE.
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£ 39,300 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV2 1HE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
51% of WV2 1HE's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV2 1HE. The average age is 38.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WV2 1HE is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Grove Primary Academy
SS. Mary and John's Catholic Primary Academy
Phoenix Nursery School
St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School
Graiseley Primary School
The Royal School, Wolverhampton
St Teresa's Catholic Primary Academy
Parkfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Glorious Food0.7 km
- Nature's Basket0.4 km
- Rustic Food0.8 km
- The Fruit And Veg Shop0.6 km
- The Midcounties Co-Op0.4 km
- + 48 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Amritsar Sweet Centre0.4 km
- Kings Fish And Chips0.2 km
- The Cake Shop0.4 km
- The Slice Guyz0.7 km
- Buono E Fresco0.9 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Harp Inn1.0 km
- Golden Silver Suite0.6 km
- The Crown0.3 km
- Kazbar Bar And Grill0.8 km
- My Festival Events Ltd0.6 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
43 nearby- OLIC Soup Kitchen1.0 km
- Ana's Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Bob Jones Community Cafe0.5 km
- Coffee Moments0.9 km
- Expressions Coffee Shop0.9 km
- + 38 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
- La Cakery0.9 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Tesco Superstore0.8 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Steel Mill Events Ltd0.6 km
- Novotel Wolverhampton1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton1.4 km
- Coseley4.1 km
- Tipton6.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV21HE · Data under Open Government Licence