Postcode Analysis South Staffordshire, West Midlands

MARTIN GROVE, WS6 6BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARTIN GROVE, WS6 6BF.

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Population

260

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 38,300 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS6 6BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 50% social renting, WS6 6BF is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

home £586,500 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS6 6BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Martin Grove, 0.1km from Great Wyrley in Great Wyrley and Cheslyn Hay. Administratively it sits within Great Wyrley Town ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WS6 6BF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £586k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS6 6BF are sourced from Output Area E00151037 (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 WS6 6BF. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 530,000

4 sales · Mean £ 547,000

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

WS6 6BF has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences57
Anti-social behaviour13
Vehicle crime11
Other theft9
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Moat Hall Primary Academy

Requires Improvement0.3 km
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Great Wyrley Academy

Good497 pupils0.6 km
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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School

Good202 pupils0.7 km
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Glenthorne Community Primary School

Good326 pupils1.0 km
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Landywood Primary School

Good366 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Costcutter0.5 km
  • Nilaani Food And Wine1.0 km
  • Nisa Davies Supersave1.0 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • Bargain Booze Select Convenience0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Wheatsheaf0.8 km
  • The Royal Oak0.4 km
  • The Swan Inn0.3 km
  • Andy's Ale House0.5 km
  • Great Wyrley Working Mens Club0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Bite Sandwich Bar0.3 km
  • Pizza Unica0.6 km
  • Quinton Cafe0.5 km
  • Rio's Pizza0.6 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Baked @ No 30.5 km
  • Quinton Balti0.6 km
  • The Miraj0.5 km
  • Wardles Bakery (Kwik Bites)0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Landywood0.7 km
  • Cannock2.8 km
  • Bloxwich North4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Appledore Close0.1 km
  • Appledore Close0.1 km
  • The Star PH0.2 km
  • The Star PH0.2 km
  • Hazel Lane0.2 km