WV5 0BB is a safe, established residential area on Brickbridge Lane, 0.1km from Brickbridge in Wombourne. Administratively it sits within Wombourne South West ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, WV5 0BB represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 £292k.
Census 2021 statistics for WV5 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00151230 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRICKBRIDGE LANE, WV5 0BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRICKBRIDGE LANE, WV5 0BB.
323
45
£ 38,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WV5 0BB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 94% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV5 0BB. The average age is 45.5. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 335,000
7 sales · Mean £ 351,428
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
7 sales · Mean £ 227,785
Terraced
£ 270,000
1 sales · Mean £ 270,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV5 0BB has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cherry Trees School
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Blakeley Heath Primary School
Wombourne High School
Westfield Primary School
St John's CofE (C) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Alliance Pharmacy0.6 km
- Rishab Convenience Store0.9 km
- The Local Store0.6 km
- Wombourne Pharmacy0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Waggon And Horses0.2 km
- Round Oak Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Heath Mill Cafe0.7 km
- R J's Cafe0.8 km
- Balti Hut0.6 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Limited- Cafe0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chip Inn0.6 km
- Hong Kong Chinese0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley8.1 km
- Coseley8.2 km
- Stourbridge8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Waterdale0.0 km
- Waterdale0.1 km
- Bridgnorth Avenue0.1 km
- Crane Hollow0.3 km
- Giggetty Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV50BB · Data under Open Government Licence