Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

ROMSLEY CLOSE, WS4 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROMSLEY CLOSE, WS4 1AF.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS4 1AF 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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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

With 40% social renting, WS4 1AF is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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

WS4 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Romsley Close, 0.4km from High Heath in Rushall and Shelfield. Administratively it sits within Rushall-Shelfield ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WS4 1AF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WS4 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00052304 (shared with 6 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 WS4 1AF. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.3%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed5.5%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 95,000

2 sales · Mean £ 95,000

Semi-Detached

£ 190,000

2 sales · Mean £ 190,000

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

WS4 1AF has low crime rates — 39 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences79
Criminal damage and arson20
Shoplifting16
Vehicle crime12
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy

Good1409 pupils0.2 km
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St Francis Catholic Primary School

Good198 pupils0.3 km
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Greenfield Primary School

Good278 pupils0.8 km
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Rushall Primary School

Good256 pupils1.3 km
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Radleys Primary School

Good222 pupils1.4 km
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St Michael's Church of England C Primary School

Outstanding428 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Esso0.6 km
  • K V Hartshorne Chemist0.3 km
  • Willows Superstore0.7 km
  • School Farm Shop0.4 km
  • Nisa Local0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Kathmandu Durbar @ The Four Crosses0.2 km
  • The Four Crosses0.2 km
  • Horse and Jockey0.8 km
  • Q Bar0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Radhuni Contemporary Indian Cuisine0.4 km
  • Queen Bees0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Shelfield Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Subway, Heath Service Station0.5 km
  • Spring Lane Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Furama Chinese Takeaway0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bloxwich Station4.1 km
  • Bloxwich North4.7 km
  • Walsall4.7 km