WS5 3BQ 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. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WS5 3BQ are sourced from Output Area E00052190 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODEND ROAD, WS5 3BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODEND ROAD, WS5 3BQ.
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
No single demographic signal dominates WS5 3BQ — age 44, 89% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS5 3BQ. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS5 3BQ has low crime rates — 14 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- BDS Pharmacy0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative Stores0.4 km
- Co-operative Stores0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gillity Wines & Spirits0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The Frying Machine0.9 km
- Cantonese Express0.4 km
- Village Chippy, Unit 80.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Little India0.4 km
- The King Arthur0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walsall2.7 km
- Bescot Stadium3.3 km
- Tame Bridge Parkway3.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WS53BQ · Data under Open Government Licence