WV9 5BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on New Homage Gardens, 0.3km from Coven in Coven. Administratively it sits within Brewood and Coven ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
For families considering a move, WV9 5BU represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WV9 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00150925 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW HOMAGE GARDENS, WV9 5BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW HOMAGE GARDENS, WV9 5BU.
210
53
£ 43,400 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV9 5BU 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WV9 5BU — age 53, 89% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV9 5BU. The average age is 52.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV9 5BU has low crime rates — 10 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.
school Local Schools
St Paul's CofE First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Little Village Store0.1 km
- Aston's Of Coven0.4 km
- Coven Pharmacy0.1 km
- The Allotment0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Coven Fish Bar0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Anchor Inn0.7 km
- Coven Village Cafe0.4 km
- Three Hammers Bar And Bistro Ltd1.0 km
- Rainbow Inn0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bilbrook5.1 km
- Codsall5.5 km
- Penkridge7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Church Lane0.2 km
- Church Lane0.2 km
- Greenacres0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV95BU · Data under Open Government Licence