WV7 3BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Cross Road, 1.1km from Whiston Cross in Albrighton. Administratively it sits within Albrighton ward and the The Wrekin constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV7, WV7 3BJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 82% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £590k.
Census 2021 statistics for WV7 3BJ are sourced from Output Area E00146810 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROSS ROAD, WV7 3BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSS ROAD, WV7 3BJ.
303
53
£ 48,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV7 3BJ 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.
Area Character
WV7 3BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £590k, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV7 3BJ. The average age is 52.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 650,000
4 sales · Mean £ 709,987
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV7 3BJ has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Albrighton Primary School & Nursery
St Mary's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Hewitts Butchers1.0 km
- Londis Albrighton1.0 km
- Spar1.0 km
- Albrighton News Ltd0.8 km
- The Pink Shop0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Crown1.0 km
- The Old Bush0.9 km
- The Royal0.5 km
- Harp Hotel1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Albrighton Fish And Chips0.8 km
- Aroma Restaurant1.0 km
- Latte Da Coffee Shop1.0 km
- Next Door Bar1.0 km
- Osiria0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Mr Chef Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Albrighton Balti Bazaar0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shrewsbury Arms0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Midcounties Co-Operative1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Albrighton1.6 km
- Cosford1.9 km
- Codsall6.0 km
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Postcode Profile: WV73BJ · Data under Open Government Licence