WS13 7PL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Elgar Close, 0.3km from Ponesfields in Lichfield. Administratively it sits within Curborough ward and the Lichfield constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WS13 7PL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 WS13 7PL are sourced from Output Area E00150317 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELGAR CLOSE, WS13 7PL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELGAR CLOSE, WS13 7PL.
305
39
£ 40,100 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS13 7PL 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.
Area Character
WS13 7PL has a significant social housing presence — 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS13 7PL. The average age is 38.5. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS13 7PL 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.
school Local Schools
Willows Primary School
Rocklands School
Charnwood Primary Academy
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
Chadsmead Primary Academy
Nether Stowe School
Bridge Short Stay School
St Chad's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- R Meehan Family Butchers0.4 km
- Wheel Lane Store & Post Office1.0 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- China King0.5 km
- Life Church Lichfield0.5 km
- The Lounge Community Cafe0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Central England Co-operative0.2 km
- Tamworth Co-operative Society Ltd0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Netherstowe Fish Shop0.5 km
- Dimbles Fish Bar0.4 km
- Hong Kong Cantonese Takeaway1.0 km
- Lichfield Deli & Sandwich Bar0.4 km
- Queens Fish And Chips1.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lichfield Social Club0.5 km
- Lichfield City Football Club Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lichfield1.3 km
- Lichfield City1.7 km
- Lichfield Trent Valley2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Purcell Avenue0.1 km
- Curborough Road0.1 km
- Curborough Road0.1 km
- Purcell Avenue0.1 km
- Harwood Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WS137PL · Data under Open Government Licence