Is WV7 3AH a safe place to live?

Yes, WV7 3AH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of WV7 3AH?

The population for the WV7 3AH area is approximately 488 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

COUNTY LANE, WV7 3AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COUNTY LANE, WV7 3AH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

488

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV7 3AH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10

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5/10

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2/10

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7/10

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5/10

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8/10

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4/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Average age 57, 74% owned. WV7 3AH is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WV7 3AH is a sought-after residential area on County Lane, 0.5km from Kingswood Common in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Codsall South ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, WV7 3AH is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 74% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WV7 3AH are sourced from Output Area E00150970 (shared with 24 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 WV7 3AH. The average age is 57.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.6%

Asian / British Asian5.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

WV7 3AH has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Violence and sexual offences1

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Kingswood Learning And Leisure0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Albrighton2.0 km
Codsall3.0 km
Bilbrook4.1 km