Is WV9 5AS a safe place to live?

Yes, WV9 5AS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in WV9 5AS?

The average property price in WV9 5AS is currently around £377k.

What is the population of WV9 5AS?

The population for the WV9 5AS area is approximately 241 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

ORCHARD CLOSE, WV9 5AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD CLOSE, WV9 5AS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

241

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,400 /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: WV9 5AS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10

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5/10

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5/10

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4/10

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1/10

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6/10

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2/10

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10/10

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4/10

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Area Character

WV9 5AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WV9 5AS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Orchard Close, 0.4km from Coven in Coven. Administratively it sits within Brewood and Coven ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV9, WV9 5AS offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £377k.

Census 2021 statistics for WV9 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00150908 (shared with 5 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 WV9 5AS. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%

Asian / British Asian0.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 341,000

4 sales · Mean £ 337,250

Semi-Detached

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

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

WV9 5AS has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences12

Vehicle crime5

Anti-social behaviour2

Other theft2

Burglary1

school Local Schools

St Paul's CofE First School

Good129 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

The Little Village Store0.2 km
Aston's Of Coven0.4 km
Coven Pharmacy0.1 km
The Allotment0.2 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Coven Fish Bar0.1 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

Anchor Inn0.6 km
Coven Village Cafe0.4 km
Three Hammers Bar And Bistro Ltd1.0 km
Rainbow Inn0.2 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Midcounties Co-operative0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bilbrook5.0 km
Codsall5.5 km
Penkridge7.5 km

Bus Stops

Church Lane0.2 km
Post Office0.2 km
Church Lane0.2 km
Post Office0.2 km
School Lane0.4 km