WV9 5DF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Holmcroft Gardens, 0.4km from Coven in Coven. Administratively it sits within Brewood and Coven ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 52 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k.
Census 2021 statistics for WV9 5DF are sourced from Output Area E00150926 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLMCROFT GARDENS, WV9 5DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLMCROFT GARDENS, WV9 5DF.
308
52
£ 43,400 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WV9 5DF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 95% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £230k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV9 5DF. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 192,500
5 sales · Mean £ 194,100
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV9 5DF has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. 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 Store0.3 km
- Aston's Of Coven0.1 km
- Coven Pharmacy0.3 km
- The Allotment0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Coven Fish Bar0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Anchor Inn0.4 km
- Coven Village Cafe0.1 km
- Three Hammers Bar And Bistro Ltd0.8 km
- Rainbow Inn0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bilbrook5.2 km
- Codsall5.7 km
- Penkridge7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Church Lane0.1 km
- Church Lane0.1 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Post Office0.3 km
- Brewood Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV95DF · Data under Open Government Licence