Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

WS1 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WS1 1DQ.

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Population

183

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS1 1DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

79% of homes in WS1 1DQ are privately rented, marking this as a dedicated rental postcode with a young, mobile population. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS1 1DQ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.0km from Walsall in Walsall. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Birchills Leamore ward and the Walsall South constituency.

The people who live in WS1 1DQ are typical of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime rates are high (513 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for WS1 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00168257 (shared with 850 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 WS1 1DQ. 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

White / British61.0%
Asian / British Asian10.4%
Black / African / Caribbean22.0%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 8%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near WS1 1DQ are high at 513 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting540
Violence and sexual offences502
Public order136
Drugs122
Other theft102

school Local Schools

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The Ladder School

19 pupils0.4 km
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Walsall Studio School

Good260 pupils0.4 km
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Butts Primary School

Good236 pupils0.5 km
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Queen Mary's High School

Outstanding893 pupils0.5 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall

Good205 pupils0.5 km
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Birchills Church of England Community Academy

Good454 pupils0.7 km
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Blue Coat Church of England Academy

Good879 pupils0.7 km
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Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School

Good350 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

78 nearby
  • Poundland Ltd CSC - HO0.7 km
  • Poundland0.4 km
  • Superdrug0.3 km
  • T J Hughes0.3 km
  • The Co-operative Pharmacy1.0 km
  • + 73 more
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Pub, NightClub

27 nearby
  • Red Lion0.3 km
  • The Pretty Bricks0.6 km
  • XO Wines0.5 km
  • Brewers Fayre0.4 km
  • Spring Cottage0.5 km
  • + 22 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

78 nearby
  • Burger and Sauce0.3 km
  • KFC Walsall0.2 km
  • Nando's0.5 km
  • Shake and Grill0.7 km
  • Subway0.2 km
  • + 73 more
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Takeaway Shop

47 nearby
  • Lee Garden0.7 km
  • Peppers City Takeout Walsall0.3 km
  • Burger King0.5 km
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar0.4 km
  • Baguette Heaven0.4 km
  • + 42 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Royal Hotel0.6 km
  • Travelodge Walsall0.3 km
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Co-operative Retail Services Limited0.3 km
  • Iceland Plc0.6 km
  • Leo Shop0.4 km
  • Asda0.4 km
  • Heron Foods0.4 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall0.4 km
  • Bescot Stadium2.7 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Walsall Rail Station0.3 km