Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

HILSTON AVENUE, WV4 4TA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILSTON AVENUE, WV4 4TA.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 37,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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3/10
workEmployment
7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WV4 4TA — age 47, 85% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 4TA is a sought-after residential area on Hilston Avenue, 0.8km from Penn in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Merry Hill ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV4, WV4 4TA offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £227k.

Census 2021 statistics for WV4 4TA are sourced from Output Area E00052957 (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 WV4 4TA. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.5%
Asian / British Asian12.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 212,500

15 sales · Mean £ 209,630

Detached

£ 330,000

1 sales · Mean £ 330,000

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

WV4 4TA has low crime rates — 18 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 offences27
Vehicle crime13
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Springdale Primary School

Good454 pupils0.6 km
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Penn Fields School

Good189 pupils0.8 km
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Highfields School

Good1661 pupils0.8 km
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Penn Hall School

Outstanding1.0 km
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Warstones Primary School

Good484 pupils1.3 km
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St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding418 pupils1.4 km
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St Michael's Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery

Good235 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Wings And Paws Shop LTD1.0 km
  • Indigo0.9 km
  • Pennys Cafe0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • MFG Penn Service Station0.3 km
  • Simply Drinks0.5 km
  • Coven Heath Nursery Shop0.5 km
  • Everyday Better0.6 km
  • Lloyd Hill Convenience Store0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Miller & Carter1.0 km
  • The Springhill0.2 km
  • The Hollybush0.5 km
  • Springhill Cricket Club0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Springhill Chinese Fast Food0.4 km
  • Chip Stop0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton5.0 km
  • Coseley6.2 km
  • Bilbrook7.3 km