Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

MILLERS CLOSE, WS2 0BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLERS CLOSE, WS2 0BP.

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Population

393

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS2 0BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WS2 0BP has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

WS2 0BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Millers Close, 0.5km from James Bridge in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Bentley and Darlaston North ward and the Walsall South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WS2 0BP is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 WS2 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00051873 (shared with 9 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 WS2 0BP. The average age is 34.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.8%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean11.0%
Other / Mixed11.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

WS2 0BP has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime17
Violence and sexual offences17
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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West Walsall E-ACT Academy

Good1178 pupils0.6 km
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County Bridge Primary School

Good233 pupils0.8 km
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King Charles Primary School

Good450 pupils0.8 km
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Alumwell Infant School

Requires Improvement265 pupils0.9 km
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Alumwell Junior School

Good360 pupils0.9 km
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Alumwell Nursery School

Outstanding139 pupils0.9 km
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Salisbury Primary School

Good319 pupils1.1 km
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The Jane Lane School, A College for Cognition & Learning

Requires Improvement133 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • G K Wines & Grocers Ltd0.6 km
  • Londis0.8 km
  • Akshay News1.0 km
  • Grosvenor Casino0.2 km
  • Nuts about Fruit0.2 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express Walsall0.6 km
  • The Village Hotel & Leisure Club0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • BB's Coffee Shop &0.2 km
  • Cinnamon Court0.1 km
  • KFC (M6 Juction 10)0.6 km
  • Nick's Cafe at G A Nicholas0.6 km
  • Bluebells Childrens Home0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Cardamom Balti Restaurant0.8 km
  • Hungry Pigs0.8 km
  • New Wok0.7 km
  • Daisy's Plaice0.6 km
  • Queen's Fast Food0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • James Bridge Copper Social Club0.7 km
  • Bentley Green Beefeater0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall2.2 km
  • Bescot Stadium2.6 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway4.3 km