WS1 1JZ is an up-and-coming urban area on Bridge Street, 0.3km from Walsall in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Birchills Leamore ward and the Walsall South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, WS1 1JZ offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 86% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.
Safety: Crime rates are high (368 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £92k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1JZ are sourced from Output Area E00177434 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIDGE STREET, WS1 1JZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE STREET, WS1 1JZ.
225
29
£ 34,100 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS1 1JZ 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.
Area Character
At 86% private renter occupancy, WS1 1JZ is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS1 1JZ. The average age is 28.6. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 92,275
2 sales · Mean £ 92,275
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near WS1 1JZ are high at 368 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.
school Local Schools
The Ladder School
Walsall Studio School
Blue Coat Church of England Academy
Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School
Blue Coat Church of England Aided Infant School
Chuckery Primary School
Queen Mary's High School
Butts Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
86 nearby- Poundland Ltd CSC - HO0.7 km
- Poundland0.4 km
- Superdrug0.5 km
- T J Hughes0.4 km
- The Co-operative Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 81 more
Pub, NightClub
28 nearby- Red Lion0.5 km
- The Pretty Bricks0.9 km
- Bar NV0.6 km
- Black Country Arms0.1 km
- Chuckery Club0.8 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
79 nearby- Burger and Sauce0.5 km
- KFC Walsall0.4 km
- Nando's0.8 km
- Shake and Grill1.0 km
- Subway0.4 km
- + 74 more
Takeaway Shop
49 nearby- Lee Garden1.0 km
- Peppers City Takeout Walsall0.6 km
- J & B Mixed Grill0.4 km
- Munch Doctor0.4 km
- Sbarro0.2 km
- + 44 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Lidl0.2 km
- Asda0.2 km
- Heron Foods0.4 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- Co-operative Retail Services Limited0.3 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Royal Hotel0.3 km
- Travelodge Walsall0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walsall0.5 km
- Bescot Stadium2.6 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Walsall Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WS11JZ · Data under Open Government Licence