Postcode Analysis Lichfield, West Midlands

ESSINGTON CLOSE, WS14 0LA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESSINGTON CLOSE, WS14 0LA.

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

51

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Avg Income

£ 53,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS14 0LA 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WS14 0LA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £618k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

WS14 0LA is a sought-after residential area on Essington Close, 1.1km from Chesterfield in Shenstone. Administratively it sits within Shenstone ward and the Tamworth constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WS14, WS14 0LA offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £618k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WS14 0LA are sourced from Output Area E00150425 (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 WS14 0LA. The average age is 50.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 625,000

5 sales · Mean £ 621,600

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

WS14 0LA has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13
Other theft5
Vehicle crime5
Drugs4
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Greysbrooke Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Fox & Hounds0.5 km
  • The Plough At Shenstone0.3 km
  • The Railway Inn0.3 km
  • The Bulls Head0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Shenstone Community Library Association0.4 km
  • Shenstone Country Club - Punjabi Tandoori Kitchen0.6 km
  • Dobbies Shenstone0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • The Village Shop0.4 km
  • M W Phillips0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Shenstone Chinese Takeaway0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shenstone0.6 km
  • Blake Street4.2 km
  • Lichfield City4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Millbrook Drive0.2 km
  • Millbrook Drive0.2 km
  • Dobbies Garden Centre0.3 km
  • Dobbies Garden Centre0.3 km
  • Mill Lane0.3 km