Postcode Analysis Lichfield, West Midlands

COLTON AVENUE, WS13 8GG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLTON AVENUE, WS13 8GG.

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

284

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 52,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS13 8GG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WS13 8GG combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£515k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

WS13 8GG is a sought-after residential area on Colton Avenue, 0.2km from Streethay in Streethay. Administratively it sits within Whittington & Streethay ward and the Lichfield constituency.

For serious buyers, WS13 8GG is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £515k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS13 8GG are sourced from Output Area E00180751 (shared with 7 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 WS13 8GG. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.6%
Asian / British Asian9.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 457,500

6 sales · Mean £ 471,250

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

WS13 8GG has low crime rates — 40 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting5
Other theft4
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Streethay Primary School

105 pupils0.3 km
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Scotch Orchard Primary School

Good183 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Streethay Wharf0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central Coop - Streethay0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • BOD Lichfield0.0 km
  • Coffee Corner0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lichfield Trent Valley0.8 km
  • Lichfield2.5 km
  • Lichfield City2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Berwick Avenue0.1 km
  • Perry Avenue0.1 km
  • Meadow Croft0.2 km
  • Meadow Croft0.2 km
  • Streethay Primary School0.4 km