Postcode Analysis Cannock Chase, West Midlands

RUGELEY ROAD, WS12 0PQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUGELEY ROAD, WS12 0PQ.

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

294

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WS12 0PQ — age 48, 83% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £417k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 167.9% year-on-year.

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

WS12 0PQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Rugeley Road, 0.4km from Hazelslade in Rawnsley. Administratively it sits within Rawnsley ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.

For serious buyers, WS12 0PQ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £417k, up 167.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS12 0PQ are sourced from Output Area E00149793 (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 0PQ. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 384,000

9 sales · Mean £ 430,438

Semi-Detached

£ 200,000

1 sales · Mean £ 200,000

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

WS12 0PQ has low crime rates — 34 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Hazel Slade Primary Academy

Good197 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Village Food Store0.0 km
  • Happy's0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Hazelslade Inn0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Redforte Tandoori Takeaway0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hednesford2.2 km
  • Cannock4.6 km
  • Rugeley Town5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Blackthorn Crescent0.1 km
  • Blackthorn Crescent0.1 km
  • Hazel Slade Primary Academy0.2 km
  • Valley Road0.4 km
  • Valley Road0.4 km