WS10 8HP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Garrington Street, 0.2km from Rough Hay in Darlaston. Administratively it sits within Darlaston South ward and the Walsall South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WS10 8HP are sourced from Output Area E00051878 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GARRINGTON STREET, WS10 8HP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARRINGTON STREET, WS10 8HP.
383
36
£ 35,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS10 8HP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WS10 8HP's 62% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS10 8HP. The average age is 36.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 159,250
2 sales · Mean £ 159,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS10 8HP has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Darlaston
Woods Bank Academy
Old Church Church of England C Primary School
Grace Academy Darlaston
Pinfold Street Primary School
Salisbury Primary School
Kings Hill Primary School
Shepwell Short Stay School (PRU-Medical)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- The Drink Shop0.9 km
- A1 Service Station Ltd0.8 km
- Best One0.1 km
- Home Bargains0.6 km
- Poundland0.7 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Darlaston Town Hall0.7 km
- The Scabby Oss Café0.7 km
- Dan's Grill and Curry Ltd0.6 km
- Garros Bar & Grill Ltd0.6 km
- Young's Cafe0.4 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores0.7 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Gourmet Grubz / Spice Hut0.8 km
- Green's Chippy0.4 km
- Monmos@Darlaston0.4 km
- King's Kitchen Caribbean Takeaway0.9 km
- Alaturka Doner0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Horse & Jockey0.9 km
- Green Dragon0.6 km
- Darlaston Conservative Club0.3 km
- Darlaston Sports & Labour Club0.5 km
- Herberts Tavern Bar & Grill0.7 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bescot Stadium3.5 km
- Walsall3.8 km
- Coseley4.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WS108HP · Data under Open Government Licence