Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

VICARAGE FIELDS, WV7 3BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE FIELDS, WV7 3BF.

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Population

239

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV7 3BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

Average age 60, 94% owned. WV7 3BF 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WV7 3BF is a sought-after residential area on Vicarage Fields in Albrighton. Administratively it sits within Albrighton ward and the The Wrekin constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV7, WV7 3BF offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 60 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 94% 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 21 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 3BF are sourced from Output Area E00146901 (shared with 11 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 3BF. The average age is 59.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

WV7 3BF has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences30
Shoplifting25
Anti-social behaviour12
Other theft7
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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Albrighton Primary School & Nursery

Good291 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good192 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Hewitts Butchers0.6 km
  • Londis Albrighton0.3 km
  • Spar0.6 km
  • Albrighton News Ltd0.3 km
  • The Pink Shop0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Crown0.6 km
  • The Old Bush0.3 km
  • The Royal0.5 km
  • Harp Hotel0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Albrighton Fish And Chips0.3 km
  • Aroma Restaurant0.6 km
  • Latte Da Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • Next Door Bar0.3 km
  • Osiria0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Mr Chef Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Albrighton Balti Bazaar0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Shrewsbury Arms0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Midcounties Co-Operative0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Albrighton0.8 km
  • Cosford1.6 km
  • Codsall5.6 km