WS1 4AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on King Street, 0.1km from Palfrey in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Palfrey ward and the Walsall South constituency.
Day-to-day life in WS1 4AF has the character of the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £82k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 69.7% year-on-year. 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 WS1 4AF are sourced from Output Area E00052261 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KING STREET, WS1 4AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KING STREET, WS1 4AF.
458
30
£ 32,900 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS1 4AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines WS1 4AF — 72% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 69.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS1 4AF. The average age is 30.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 78,750
6 sales · Mean £ 86,833
Flat
£ 58,000
1 sales · Mean £ 58,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS1 4AF has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Palfrey Junior School
Palfrey Infant School
Whitehall Nursery and Infant School
Fullbrook Nursery School
Caldmore Primary Academy
Hillary Primary School
Joseph Leckie Academy
Whitehall Junior Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
57 nearby- Convenience Stores0.6 km
- Morrisons Petrol Filling Station0.7 km
- Steps to Work - Pleck Pantry0.9 km
- Taqwa Halal Foods Limited0.7 km
- The Co-operative Pharmacy0.7 km
- + 52 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Sheeren Mahal Restaurant0.7 km
- Shinwari0.3 km
- Yaadgaar0.8 km
- Yum Burger Walsall0.7 km
- The Glebe Centre0.8 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Bun and Peri0.8 km
- Chaii Boss Ltd0.2 km
- Pleck Kebab House0.7 km
- K2 Pizza and Peri Peri0.6 km
- Sunny's Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 27 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bradford Arms Public House0.3 km
- London Midland Railway Clubs Association (Walsall Branch) We0.6 km
- Samras0.6 km
- Sir Charles Napier0.2 km
- The Cambridge Pub0.5 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Park Inn Hotel0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Johal Supermarket UK Limited0.8 km
- M & T Supermarket0.7 km
- Co-Operative Food0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bescot Stadium1.0 km
- Walsall1.4 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway2.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WS14AF · Data under Open Government Licence