Is WV9 5BX a safe place to live?

Yes, WV9 5BX 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 5BX?

The average property price in WV9 5BX is currently around £183k.

What is the population of WV9 5BX?

The population for the WV9 5BX area is approximately 210 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

BREWOOD ROAD, WV9 5BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BREWOOD ROAD, WV9 5BX.

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

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Population

210

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,400 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV9 5BX 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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4/10

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5/10

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5/10

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4/10

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4/10

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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 5BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 89% 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 5BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Brewood Road, 0.2km from Coven in Coven. Administratively it sits within Brewood and Coven ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

For families considering a move, WV9 5BX represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. 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 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £183k.

Census 2021 statistics for WV9 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00150925 (shared with 7 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 5BX. 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

White / British97.6%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

37%Active

FT: 27%

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

Semi-Detached

£ 183,000

2 sales · Mean £ 183,000

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

WV9 5BX 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 offences16

Vehicle crime5

Anti-social behaviour3

Other theft3

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

St Paul's CofE First School

Good129 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

The Little Village Store0.0 km
Aston's Of Coven0.4 km
Coven Pharmacy0.1 km
The Allotment0.0 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Coven Fish Bar0.1 km

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

Anchor Inn0.7 km
Coven Village Cafe0.4 km
Rainbow Inn0.1 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Midcounties Co-operative0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bilbrook5.2 km
Codsall5.6 km
Penkridge7.3 km

Bus Stops

Post Office0.0 km
Post Office0.0 km
Church Lane0.2 km
Church Lane0.2 km
Greenacres0.3 km