WS15 1BD is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Ravenhill in Rugeley. Administratively it sits within Hagley ward and the Cannock Chase constituency.
For families considering a move, WS15 1BD represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WS15 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00149670 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WS15 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WS15 1BD.
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£ 40,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS15 1BD 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WS15 1BD spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS15 1BD. The average age is 38.1. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS15 1BD has low crime rates — 39 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
Chase View Community Primary School
Redbrook Hayes Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Churchfield CofE Primary Academy
Hob Hill CE/Methodist (VC) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Brereton Pharmacy0.8 km
- Redbrook Lane Food & Wine0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- News and Booze Express1.0 km
- Rugeley Food Bank @ Rugeley Community Centre1.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
- Co-op0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Bas`s Peartree Chippy0.5 km
- St Michael's Fish Bar0.9 km
- Italian Express1.0 km
- Taj Mahal1.0 km
- Andys Kitchen0.7 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Plaza1.0 km
- Lea Hall Social Club0.9 km
- Mossley Tavern0.8 km
- S & K Catering @ Lea Hall Social Club0.9 km
- Pear Tree WMC0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rugeley Town0.7 km
- Rugeley1.6 km
- Rugeley Trent Valley2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Birch Treel Lane0.2 km
- Coppice Road0.2 km
- Sutton Close0.2 km
- Sutton Close0.2 km
- Madden Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WS151BD · Data under Open Government Licence