Is WS7 1FG a safe place to live?

Yes, WS7 1FG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in WS7 1FG?

The average property price in WS7 1FG is currently around £430k.

What is the population of WS7 1FG?

The population for the WS7 1FG area is approximately 462 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Lichfield, West Midlands

EIGHTS CROFT, WS7 1FG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EIGHTS CROFT, WS7 1FG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

462

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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7/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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10/10

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9/10

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Area Character

WS7 1FG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 95% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £430k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

WS7 1FG is a sought-after residential area on Eights Croft, 1.3km from Chase Terrace in Burntwood. Administratively it sits within Chase Terrace ward and the Lichfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WS7, WS7 1FG offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — 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.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS7 1FG are sourced from Output Area E00150280 (shared with 15 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 1FG. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.2%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

57%Active

FT: 42%

Unemployed: 2%

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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 312,250

6 sales · Mean £ 332,416

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

WS7 1FG 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 offences24

Vehicle crime5

Public order4

Anti-social behaviour3

Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

Holly Grove Primary Academy

Good0.6 km

Chase Terrace Primary School

Good295 pupils1.1 km

Norton Canes High School

Requires Improvement492 pupils1.6 km

St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary

Good199 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Eastgate Stores0.6 km
S Whitehouse Butchers1.0 km
Viking E-Cigs0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Victoria Inn0.5 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Superb Chinese Takeaway0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

1st Chase Terrace Scout Group0.5 km
The Bakery Chase Park0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hednesford4.4 km
Cannock5.0 km
Landywood5.9 km

Bus Stops

Cobbett Road0.4 km
Cobbett Road0.4 km
Atwood Road0.4 km
Attwood Road0.4 km
Chaselands0.4 km