WS5 3BG is a sought-after residential area on Woodend Road, 0.7km from Maw Green in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Pheasey Park Farm ward and the Walsall South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £298k, up 3.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WS5 3BG are sourced from Output Area E00052190 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODEND ROAD, WS5 3BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODEND ROAD, WS5 3BG.
293
44
£ 43,200 /yr
47%
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
WS5 3BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 89% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS5 3BG. The average age is 43.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 305,000
10 sales · Mean £ 300,500
Terraced
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS5 3BG has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Park Hall Infant Academy
Park Hall Junior Academy
Queen Mary's Grammar School
St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- BDS Pharmacy0.6 km
- Mc Colls1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Stores0.6 km
- Co-operative Stores0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gillity Wines & Spirits0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The Frying Machine0.8 km
- Cantonese Express0.6 km
- Village Chippy, Unit 80.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Little India0.5 km
- The King Arthur0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walsall2.7 km
- Bescot Stadium3.4 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WS53BG · Data under Open Government Licence