Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

VAUGHAN GARDENS, WV8 1AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VAUGHAN GARDENS, WV8 1AQ.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV8 1AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WV8 1AQ's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £318k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

WV8 1AQ is a sought-after residential area on Vaughan Gardens, 0.2km from Codsall in Codsall. Administratively it sits within Codsall North ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV8, WV8 1AQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £318k. 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 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00150961 (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 WV8 1AQ. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 318,725

4 sales · Mean £ 304,737

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

1 sales · Mean £ 245,000

Terraced

£ 170,000

1 sales · Mean £ 170,000

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

WV8 1AQ has low crime rates — 22 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
Shoplifting21
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas Church of England First School

Good307 pupils0.2 km
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Codsall Middle School

Good523 pupils0.7 km
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Codsall Community High School

Good1097 pupils0.7 km
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St Christophers Catholic Primary Academy

Good206 pupils0.8 km
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Lane Green First School

Requires Improvement147 pupils1.3 km
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Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School

Good134 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Lloyds Chemist0.9 km
  • Birches Bridge Asda On The Move0.8 km
  • Booze Stop Drinks Express0.1 km
  • Codsall Leisure Centre0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Bull0.2 km
  • The Crown0.2 km
  • Burg Inns Ltd T/A The Bentlands1.0 km
  • Charlie's Sports Bar And Grill0.3 km
  • Conservative Club0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Siculo0.2 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Mrs B's Catering Services Ltd0.7 km
  • The Codsall Hive Arts & Crafts Cafe0.1 km
  • Jungle Boogie0.1 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Codsall Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • Birches Bridge Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Birches Bridge Subway0.8 km
  • Papa Johns1.0 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.9 km
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Codsall0.4 km
  • Bilbrook1.1 km
  • Albrighton4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Bull PH0.1 km
  • The Bull PH0.2 km
  • Wheel Avenue0.2 km
  • Church Road0.2 km
  • Church Road0.2 km