Is WV9 5BG a safe place to live?

Yes, WV9 5BG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of WV9 5BG?

The population for the WV9 5BG area is approximately 317 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

CHILLINGTON STREET, WV9 5BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHILLINGTON STREET, WV9 5BG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

317

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV9 5BG 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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10/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WV9 5BG — age 49, 81% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

WV9 5BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Chillington Street in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Brewood and Coven ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WV9 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00150919 (shared with 18 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 5BG. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%

Asian / British Asian2.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 34%

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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

WV9 5BG has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Codsall3.7 km
Bilbrook3.9 km
Albrighton6.3 km