Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

ELM STREET, WV3 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELM STREET, WV3 0AF.

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Population

351

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 32,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV3 0AF 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.

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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

WV3 0AF has a highly multicultural community character — 51% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

WV3 0AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Elm Street, 0.5km from Merridale in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Graiseley ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.

For families considering a move, WV3 0AF represents the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 WV3 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00052865 (shared with 13 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 WV3 0AF. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British28.7%
Asian / British Asian50.6%
Black / African / Caribbean9.4%
Other / Mixed11.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

Detached

£ 90,000

2 sales · Mean £ 90,000

Semi-Detached

£ 115,000

1 sales · Mean £ 115,000

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

Crime around WV3 0AF 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.

Violence and sexual offences158
Vehicle crime32
Other theft28
Criminal damage and arson22
Public order22

school Local Schools

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Merridale Primary School

Good237 pupils0.2 km
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Nishkam Primary School Wolverhampton

Good419 pupils0.4 km
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Bantock Primary School

Good407 pupils0.5 km
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St Jude's Church of England Primary Academy

Good489 pupils1.0 km
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Broadmeadow Special School

Good75 pupils1.1 km
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Graiseley Primary School

Good222 pupils1.1 km
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West Park Primary School

Good333 pupils1.2 km
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Wolverhampton Girls' High School

Outstanding1118 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • Amaans Meat Supplies0.3 km
  • Angelic Food0.9 km
  • IDEA0.9 km
  • Lawton's0.8 km
  • M S Poultry (Cabin P)0.8 km
  • + 48 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Bruford Arms Grill0.7 km
  • Vaal & Vaal (Bar)0.7 km
  • West End Working Mens Club0.4 km
  • The Yew Tree0.2 km
  • Ukranian Social Club0.5 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Life Spring Church0.5 km
  • Northern Lights Coffee Shop0.4 km
  • Shaz Hot Spot0.9 km
  • Wolverhampton Fair Traid0.9 km
  • Plaza Cafe/My Thai1.0 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • China Garden0.5 km
  • Happy Garden0.6 km
  • Monsoon Catering0.4 km
  • Pooja Mithai & Namkeen1.0 km
  • Roma0.5 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Park View Hotel0.6 km
  • Ely House Hotel0.5 km
  • Connaught Hotel0.7 km
  • The Goldthorn Hotel1.0 km
  • The Solace Community0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton1.9 km
  • Bilbrook5.4 km
  • Coseley5.7 km