WV6 0DY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Riches Street, 0.4km from Park Dale in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £97k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 1.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WV6 0DY are sourced from Output Area E00053060 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHES STREET, WV6 0DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHES STREET, WV6 0DY.
373
37
£ 39,700 /yr
56%
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 WV6 0DY — age 37, 40% ownership, 57% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £97k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 1.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV6 0DY. The average age is 36.6. 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
Flat
£ 95,000
17 sales · Mean £ 93,205
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV6 0DY has low crime rates — 39 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
St Jude's Church of England Primary Academy
Wolverhampton Girls' High School
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
West Park Primary School
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy & Nursery
Pine Green Academy
Evergreen Academy
St Michael's Church of England Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Payless Mini Market0.7 km
- Amin Shop0.6 km
- Fresh Food & Drink Ltd (Euro Shop)0.5 km
- Greggs Plc0.6 km
- Lalibela Groceries0.4 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Northern Lights Coffee Shop1.0 km
- Chapel Ash Cafe1.0 km
- Iso Sushi (Chapel Ash) Ltd1.0 km
- The Lounge At Deansgate0.5 km
- Wolverhampton Muslim Forum0.8 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Roma1.0 km
- Dragon Gate0.6 km
- Flavours0.6 km
- New Jasmine House0.4 km
- Pappa's Pizza0.5 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- The Solace Community0.6 km
- Park View Hotel0.9 km
- Connaught Hotel0.4 km
- Ely House Hotel0.8 km
- Queen Victoria Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Royal Oak0.8 km
- Summerhouse0.4 km
- The Chindit0.9 km
- The Newhampton Inn0.3 km
- Whitmore Reans W.M. Club0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton2.2 km
- Bilbrook4.3 km
- Codsall5.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WV60DY · Data under Open Government Licence