Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

BAMFORD ROAD, WV3 0AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAMFORD ROAD, WV3 0AT.

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Population

371

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 32,300 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV3 0AT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

54% of WV3 0AT'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.

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

WV3 0AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bamford Road, 0.5km from Beckminster Road in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Graiseley ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WV3 0AT offers 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 33 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, 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 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00052841 (shared with 4 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 0AT. The average age is 33.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British21.8%
Asian / British Asian54.4%
Black / African / Caribbean11.6%
Other / Mixed12.1%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 170,000

4 sales · Mean £ 161,000

Terraced

£ 115,000

3 sales · Mean £ 126,000

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

WV3 0AT has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences171
Criminal damage and arson23
Vehicle crime23
Other theft19
Other crime14

school Local Schools

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Bantock Primary School

Good407 pupils0.2 km
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Merridale Primary School

Good237 pupils0.6 km
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The Royal School, Wolverhampton

Good1450 pupils0.7 km
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Nishkam Primary School Wolverhampton

Good419 pupils0.8 km
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Graiseley Primary School

Good222 pupils0.9 km
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Woodfield Primary School

606 pupils1.0 km
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St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School

Good462 pupils1.3 km
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Uplands Junior School

Good383 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Boots Uk Ltd0.7 km
  • Amy Supermarket0.4 km
  • Krispy Kreme0.8 km
  • Lifestyle (Merridale Superstore)0.8 km
  • GS £Pound More Discount Shop0.3 km
  • + 25 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Bradmore Arms0.7 km
  • R.A.F.A. Club0.9 km
  • The Yew Tree0.8 km
  • Ukranian Social Club0.6 km
  • Himley Hall Sailing Club0.9 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bantock House & Park0.8 km
  • Tesco Café0.9 km
  • McDonald's Restaurants LTD0.7 km
  • Far East0.8 km
  • Kaptin Korma0.7 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Paprika Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • N V Catering0.9 km
  • Kashmir Sweet Centre0.7 km
  • Rustyz Food0.4 km
  • Choy Wah0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Tesco Superstore0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Goldthorn Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton2.2 km
  • Coseley5.3 km
  • Bilbrook6.0 km