WS1 4SB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Bescot in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Palfrey ward and the Walsall South constituency.
For families considering a move, WS1 4SB represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 4SB are sourced from Output Area E00052225 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WS1 4SB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WS1 4SB.
340
38
£ 32,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WS1 4SB has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 38 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS1 4SB. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WS1 4SB is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Palfrey Junior School
Hillary Primary School
Joseph Leckie Academy
Fullbrook Nursery School
Wood Green Academy
Park Hill Primary School
Palfrey Infant School
Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Morrisons Petrol Filling Station0.7 km
- Steps to Work - Pleck Pantry0.9 km
- Taqwa Halal Foods Limited0.8 km
- Premier Express0.9 km
- Broadway Meat0.9 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Windmill0.8 km
- Bradford Arms Public House0.9 km
- Sir Charles Napier0.6 km
- London Midland Railway Clubs Association (Walsall Branch) We0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Park Hill Cafe1.0 km
- Sheeren Mahal Restaurant0.8 km
- Shinwari0.9 km
- Yaadgaar0.9 km
- Yum Burger Walsall0.8 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Bun and Peri0.8 km
- Chaii Boss Ltd0.8 km
- Pleck Kebab House0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Fortune Cookie Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Operative Food0.9 km
- Morrisons0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Park Inn Hotel0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bescot Stadium0.4 km
- Walsall2.0 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Bescot Stadium Rail Station0.4 km
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