Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

ALLINGTON CLOSE, WS5 3DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALLINGTON CLOSE, WS5 3DS.

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Population

337

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 55,700 /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: WS5 3DS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WS5 3DS combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£271k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £271k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

WS5 3DS is a sought-after residential area on Allington Close, 0.9km from Maw Green in Walsall. Administratively it sits within Paddock ward and the Walsall South constituency.

For serious buyers, WS5 3DS is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 — 100% 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 £271k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WS5 3DS are sourced from Output Area E00052198 (shared with 5 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 3DS. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British33.4%
Asian / British Asian49.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed15.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 270,000

3 sales · Mean £ 248,333

Detached

£ 272,500

2 sales · Mean £ 272,500

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

WS5 3DS 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.

Violence and sexual offences31
Vehicle crime10
Shoplifting7
Burglary3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Park Hall Infant Academy

Good322 pupils0.8 km
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Park Hall Junior Academy

Good410 pupils0.8 km
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Queen Mary's Grammar School

Outstanding1263 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • BDS Pharmacy0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Stores0.5 km
  • Co-operative Stores0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Gillity Wines & Spirits1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Little India0.5 km
  • The King Arthur0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Cantonese Express0.5 km
  • Village Chippy, Unit 80.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall2.9 km
  • Tame Bridge Parkway3.5 km
  • Bescot Stadium3.5 km