Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

PENN ROAD, WV4 4AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENN ROAD, WV4 4AH.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 45,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

WV4 4AH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 85% 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.

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

WV4 4AH is a safe, established residential area on Penn Road, 0.5km from Pennfields in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Penn ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.

For families considering a move, WV4 4AH represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% 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 rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £266k.

Census 2021 statistics for WV4 4AH are sourced from Output Area E00053085 (shared with 5 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 WV4 4AH. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British37.0%
Asian / British Asian42.2%
Black / African / Caribbean8.1%
Other / Mixed12.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 266,000

1 sales · Mean £ 266,000

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

WV4 4AH has low crime rates — 15 incidents 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 offences36
Vehicle crime9
Other theft8
Other crime6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Woodfield Primary School

606 pupils0.3 km
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Colton Hills Community School

Good1002 pupils0.9 km
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Warstones Primary School

Good484 pupils1.1 km
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Penn Hall School

Outstanding1.1 km
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The Royal School, Wolverhampton

Good1450 pupils1.2 km
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St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding418 pupils1.3 km
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Springdale Primary School

Good454 pupils1.3 km
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Bantock Primary School

Good407 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Penn News0.6 km
  • Paul's Superstore0.3 km
  • Family Shop0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Birchwood Stores0.6 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Rustyz Food1.0 km
  • Lai Do 20.3 km
  • Papa John's Pizza0.3 km
  • Pennfields Plaice1.0 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Mount Tavern Also T/a Takeout At The Mount0.3 km
  • R.A.F.A. Club0.9 km
  • Himley Hall Sailing Club0.6 km
  • Woodfield Social & Sports Club0.3 km
  • The Rose & Crown0.8 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Penn Tandoori0.3 km
  • Little Oaks Day Nursery0.3 km
  • Penn Balti0.5 km
  • Bird Boi0.3 km
  • Bromley House Luncheon Club0.1 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton3.3 km
  • Coseley4.7 km
  • Tipton6.8 km