How much do houses cost in WV7 3BU?

The average property price in WV7 3BU is currently around £887k.

What is the population of WV7 3BU?

The population for the WV7 3BU area is approximately 297 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

WV7 3BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV7 3BU.

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Population

297

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV7 3BU 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.

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9/10

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6/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WV7 3BU combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£887k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

WV7 3BU is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Whiston Cross in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Albrighton ward and the The Wrekin constituency.

For serious buyers, WV7 3BU is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £887k.

Census 2021 statistics for WV7 3BU are sourced from Output Area E00146820 (shared with 16 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 3BU. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian1.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 887,500

2 sales · Mean £ 887,500

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Cosford2.3 km
Albrighton3.0 km
Shifnal6.3 km