Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

GOODWOOD CLOSE, WS12 0JU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOODWOOD CLOSE, WS12 0JU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

295

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 42, WS12 0JU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £155k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

WS12 0JU is a safe, established residential area on Goodwood Close, 0.2km from Rawnsley in Rawnsley. Administratively it sits within Rawnsley ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WS12 0JU are sourced from Output Area E00149794 (shared with 16 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 WS12 0JU. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 155,000

1 sales · Mean £ 155,000

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

WS12 0JU has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences35
Anti-social behaviour31
Other theft8
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Hazel Slade Primary Academy

Good197 pupils0.3 km
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St Peter's CofE Primary Academy

Good411 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Village Food Store0.4 km
  • Happy's0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Hazelslade Inn0.4 km
  • Littleworth Victory Working Mens Club0.8 km
  • The Trafalgar0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Redforte Tandoori Takeaway0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hednesford2.2 km
  • Cannock4.4 km
  • Rugeley Town5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Eastgate0.2 km
  • Eastgate0.2 km
  • Nursery0.3 km
  • Spar Shop0.3 km
  • Valley Road0.3 km