Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

GROVE HILL, WS5 3DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE HILL, WS5 3DA.

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Population

356

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

WS5 3DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 95% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £354k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

WS5 3DA is a sought-after residential area on Grove Hill, 0.6km from Hay Head in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Pheasey Park Farm ward and the Walsall South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WS5, WS5 3DA offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Walsall.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £354k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS5 3DA are sourced from Output Area E00052220 (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 WS5 3DA. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.2%
Asian / British Asian34.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 301,250

2 sales · Mean £ 301,250

Detached

£ 460,000

1 sales · Mean £ 460,000

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

WS5 3DA has low crime rates — 16 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 offences17
Shoplifting10
Vehicle crime7
Burglary1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Park Hall Infant Academy

Good322 pupils1.3 km
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Park Hall Junior Academy

Good410 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • BDS Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Hayhead Butchers @0.7 km
  • Hayhead Farm Shop0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Stores1.0 km
  • Co-operative Stores0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

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

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Cantonese Express1.0 km
  • Village Chippy, Unit 81.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall3.1 km
  • Bescot Stadium3.9 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway4.0 km