WV8 1AL is a sought-after residential area on Stretton Gardens, 0.4km from Codsall in Codsall. Administratively it sits within Codsall North ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
For serious buyers, WV8 1AL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 97% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £301k. 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 WV8 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00150963 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STRETTON GARDENS, WV8 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STRETTON GARDENS, WV8 1AL.
257
52
£ 51,400 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WV8 1AL's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £301k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £301k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV8 1AL. The average age is 52.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 249,975
4 sales · Mean £ 279,987
Semi-Detached
£ 305,000
2 sales · Mean £ 305,000
Terraced
£ 259,975
2 sales · Mean £ 259,975
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV8 1AL has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Nicholas Church of England First School
Codsall Community High School
Codsall Middle School
St Christophers Catholic Primary Academy
Lane Green First School
Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Lloyds Chemist0.8 km
- Birches Bridge Asda On The Move0.7 km
- Booze Stop Drinks Express0.3 km
- Codsall Leisure Centre0.4 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Bull0.4 km
- The Crown0.4 km
- Burg Inns Ltd T/A The Bentlands0.9 km
- Charlie's Sports Bar And Grill0.5 km
- Conservative Club0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Codsall Spice0.9 km
- Siculo0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Mrs B's Catering Services Ltd0.6 km
- The Codsall Hive Arts & Crafts Cafe0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Codsall Fish Bar0.3 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Birches Bridge Fish Bar0.8 km
- Birches Bridge Subway0.7 km
- Deli Fusion1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative0.8 km
- Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Codsall0.5 km
- Bilbrook1.0 km
- Albrighton5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Wheel Avenue0.2 km
- Wheel Avenue0.2 km
- The Bull PH0.3 km
- The Bull PH0.3 km
- Church Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WV81AL · Data under Open Government Licence