Is WS7 0LT a safe place to live?

Yes, WS7 0LT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in WS7 0LT?

The average property price in WS7 0LT is currently around £545k.

What is the population of WS7 0LT?

The population for the WS7 0LT area is approximately 354 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Lichfield, West Midlands

MIDDLETON CLOSE, WS7 0LT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDDLETON CLOSE, WS7 0LT.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WS7 0LT 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10

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8/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WS7 0LT combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£545k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £545k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS7 0LT is a safe, established residential area on Middleton Close, 0.2km from Hammerwich in Hammerwich. Administratively it sits within Hammerwich with Wall ward and the Lichfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WS7, WS7 0LT offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £545k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS7 0LT are sourced from Output Area E00150337 (shared with 10 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 WS7 0LT. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%

Asian / British Asian1.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 500,000

3 sales · Mean £ 526,666

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

WS7 0LT has low crime rates — 6 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 offences5

Vehicle crime2

Anti-social behaviour1

Other theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Elias Ashmole Club & Institute0.1 km
Hammerwich Cricket Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Shenstone4.8 km
Lichfield City5.4 km
Lichfield5.5 km

Bus Stops

Middleton Close0.1 km
Middleton Close0.1 km
Meerash Lane0.2 km
Meerash Lane0.2 km