WV9 5BZ is a sought-after residential area on The Nurseries, 0.2km from Coven in Coven. Administratively it sits within Brewood and Coven ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
For serious buyers, WV9 5BZ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k. 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 WV9 5BZ are sourced from Output Area E00150924 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE NURSERIES, WV9 5BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE NURSERIES, WV9 5BZ.
256
51
£ 43,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WV9 5BZ's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £285k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £285k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV9 5BZ. The average age is 51.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
8 sales · Mean £ 226,250
Detached
£ 340,500
1 sales · Mean £ 340,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV9 5BZ has low crime rates — 12 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 Inn0.6 km
- Coven Village Cafe0.4 km
- Three Hammers Bar And Bistro Ltd1.0 km
- Rainbow Inn0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bilbrook5.2 km
- Codsall5.7 km
- Penkridge7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.1 km
- Church Lane0.1 km
- Church Lane0.2 km
- Greenacres0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV95BZ · Data under Open Government Licence