Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

STONELEIGH GARDENS, WV8 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STONELEIGH GARDENS, WV8 1AR.

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Population

327

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV8 1AR 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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6/10
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10/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WV8 1AR combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£294k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £294k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 12.5% year-on-year.

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

WV8 1AR is a sought-after residential area on Stoneleigh Gardens, 0.4km from Codsall in Codsall. Administratively it sits within Codsall North ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, WV8 1AR is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £294k, down 12.5% year-on-year. 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 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00150959 (shared with 9 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 1AR. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian5.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 330,000

5 sales · Mean £ 315,400

Semi-Detached

£ 247,000

3 sales · Mean £ 243,858

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

WV8 1AR has low crime rates — 23 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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour16
Other theft8
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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St Nicholas Church of England First School

Good307 pupils0.1 km
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Codsall Community High School

Good1097 pupils0.7 km
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Codsall Middle School

Good523 pupils0.8 km
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St Christophers Catholic Primary Academy

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Lane Green First School

Requires Improvement147 pupils1.2 km
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Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School

Good134 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Bull0.4 km
  • The Crown0.4 km
  • Charlie's Sports Bar And Grill0.5 km
  • Conservative Club0.5 km
  • Love And Liquor0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Siculo0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • Mrs B's Catering Services Ltd0.8 km
  • The Codsall Hive Arts & Crafts Cafe0.3 km
  • Jungle Boogie0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Codsall Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Birches Bridge Subway0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Birches Bridge Asda On The Move0.9 km
  • Booze Stop Drinks Express0.3 km
  • Codsall Leisure Centre0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • News Express0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative1.0 km
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Codsall0.7 km
  • Bilbrook1.2 km
  • Albrighton5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Bull PH0.4 km
  • Church Road0.4 km
  • The Bull PH0.4 km
  • Church Road0.4 km
  • Wheel Avenue0.4 km