WV3 0DY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lonsdale Road, 0.6km from Blakenhall in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Graiseley ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.
For renters and young professionals, WV3 0DY offers a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 43% 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 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £179k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 34.4% year-on-year. 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 0DY are sourced from Output Area E00052848 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONSDALE ROAD, WV3 0DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONSDALE ROAD, WV3 0DY.
300
42
£ 32,300 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV3 0DY 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
WV3 0DY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 39% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 34.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV3 0DY. The average age is 41.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 109,000
2 sales · Mean £ 109,000
Semi-Detached
£ 230,000
5 sales · Mean £ 237,000
Flat
£ 135,000
2 sales · Mean £ 135,000
Detached
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV3 0DY has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Royal School, Wolverhampton
Bantock Primary School
Graiseley Primary School
Nishkam Primary School Wolverhampton
St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School
Merridale Primary School
Woodfield Primary School
Phoenix Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- Amy Supermarket0.5 km
- The Egg Free Cake Box0.9 km
- Krispy Kreme0.6 km
- Nijjar Supermarket0.5 km
- Upper Stores Ltd0.7 km
- + 35 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- R.A.F.A. Club0.6 km
- The Yew Tree0.9 km
- Ukranian Social Club0.5 km
- Kazbar Bar And Grill0.6 km
- My Festival Events Ltd0.7 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Coco's Dessert Factory0.9 km
- Side Tingz Street Food0.7 km
- Tesco Café0.5 km
- Veggie Supreme Also Trading As Desserts By Jazz0.8 km
- Desi Yew Tree0.7 km
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- N V Catering0.5 km
- Sandwich0.7 km
- The Fryer0.9 km
- Villiers FIsh Bar0.7 km
- Jeffcock Chippy0.7 km
- + 18 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Barons Court Hotel0.9 km
- Steel Mill Events Ltd0.9 km
- The Goldthorn Hotel0.2 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Superstore0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton2.0 km
- Coseley4.9 km
- Bilbrook6.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV30DY · Data under Open Government Licence