Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

WV3 0BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV3 0BB.

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Population

518

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 32,300 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV3 0BB 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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6/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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Area Character

WV3 0BB has a highly multicultural community character — 64% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 31 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

WV3 0BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Merridale in Wolverhampton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Graiseley ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.

WV3 0BB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a industrial units zone — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. The area has a notably diverse population — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 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 WV3 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00052867 (shared with 22 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 0BB. The average age is 30.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.8%
Asian / British Asian31.2%
Black / African / Caribbean18.5%
Other / Mixed14.5%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime around WV3 0BB is moderate at 59 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 offences190
Vehicle crime30
Criminal damage and arson29
Other theft27
Public order23

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 pupils0.4 km
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Graiseley Primary School

Good222 pupils1.0 km
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The Royal School, Wolverhampton

Good1450 pupils1.1 km
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St Jude's Church of England Primary Academy

Good489 pupils1.1 km
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Broadmeadow Special School

Good75 pupils1.2 km
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West Park Primary School

Good333 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

58 nearby
  • Boots Uk Ltd0.9 km
  • Amaans Meat Supplies0.1 km
  • Angelic Food0.9 km
  • IDEA0.9 km
  • Lawton's0.8 km
  • + 53 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Bradmore Arms0.9 km
  • Bruford Arms Grill0.6 km
  • Plough & Harrow1.0 km
  • Vaal & Vaal (Bar)0.7 km
  • West End Working Mens Club0.3 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Bantock House & Park0.7 km
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Life Spring Church0.5 km
  • Northern Lights Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Shaz Hot Spot0.9 km
  • + 31 more
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Supermarkets

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

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • China Garden0.4 km
  • Happy Garden0.6 km
  • Monsoon Catering0.3 km
  • Pooja Mithai & Namkeen0.8 km
  • Roma0.6 km
  • + 17 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Park View Hotel0.7 km
  • Connaught Hotel0.9 km
  • Ely House Hotel0.6 km
  • The Goldthorn Hotel0.8 km
  • The Solace Community0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton1.9 km
  • Bilbrook5.5 km
  • Coseley5.6 km