WV4 4AA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Penn Road, 0.2km from Goldthorn Hill in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Penn ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k.
Census 2021 statistics for WV4 4AA are sourced from Output Area E00053109 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENN ROAD, WV4 4AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENN ROAD, WV4 4AA.
409
55
£ 47,100 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WV4 4AA — age 55, 59% ownership, 39% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £347k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV4 4AA. The average age is 54.9. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 342,500
2 sales · Mean £ 342,500
Detached
£ 357,500
1 sales · Mean £ 357,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV4 4AA has low crime rates — 29 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.
school Local Schools
Woodfield Primary School
The Royal School, Wolverhampton
Colton Hills Community School
Bantock Primary School
St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School
Graiseley Primary School
Warstones Primary School
Phoenix Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Bingley Stores0.9 km
- Dhillons Convenience Store0.6 km
- Sharma Garages0.3 km
- Wardak Supermarket1.0 km
- Wolves Mini Market0.8 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Bruford Arms0.9 km
- The Starting Gate0.5 km
- Himley Hall Sailing Club0.6 km
- R.A.F.A. Club0.5 km
- Woodfield Social & Sports Club0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Happy Kidz Day Care1.0 km
- Net's Nosh0.4 km
- Penn Tandoori0.2 km
- Little Oaks Day Nursery0.3 km
- Bird Boi0.3 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Lotus House0.9 km
- Rustyz Food0.5 km
- N V Catering0.8 km
- Sandwich0.7 km
- Villiers FIsh Bar0.7 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Barons Court Hotel0.9 km
- The Goldthorn Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton2.8 km
- Coseley4.7 km
- Tipton6.8 km
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Postcode Profile: WV44AA · Data under Open Government Licence