Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

SUTTON ROAD, WS5 3AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUTTON ROAD, WS5 3AR.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WS5 3AR spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 11.8% year-on-year.

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

WS5 3AR is a sought-after residential area on Sutton Road, 0.8km from Hay Head in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Pheasey Park Farm ward and the Walsall South constituency.

For families considering a move, WS5 3AR represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £181k, down 11.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WS5 3AR are sourced from Output Area E00052184 (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 WS5 3AR. The average age is 50.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.0%
Asian / British Asian24.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed9.9%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 180,000

24 sales · Mean £ 174,935

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

WS5 3AR has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences18
Shoplifting9
Vehicle crime8
Burglary1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Park Hall Infant Academy

Good322 pupils1.1 km
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Park Hall Junior Academy

Good410 pupils1.1 km
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Queen Mary's Grammar School

Outstanding1263 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • BDS Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Hayhead Butchers @0.9 km
  • Hayhead Farm Shop0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Stores0.9 km
  • Co-operative Stores0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Little India0.9 km
  • The King Arthur0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Cantonese Express0.9 km
  • Village Chippy, Unit 80.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall2.8 km
  • Bescot Stadium3.7 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway3.8 km