WS7 3XR is a safe, established residential area on New Street, 0.2km from Chasetown in Burntwood. Administratively it sits within Chasetown ward and the Lichfield constituency.
For renters and young professionals, WS7 3XR offers 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WS7 3XR are sourced from Output Area E00150287 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW STREET, WS7 3XR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW STREET, WS7 3XR.
384
44
£ 40,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WS7 3XR 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WS7 3XR spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WS7 3XR. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WS7 3XR has low crime rates — 48 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.
school Local Schools
Chasetown Community School
Erasmus Darwin Academy
St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary
Ridgeway Primary Academy
Springhill Primary Academy
Chase Terrace Academy
Chase Terrace Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Chasetown Pharmacy0.1 km
- One Stop0.2 km
- Simply Local0.2 km
- B & D Superstore0.8 km
- Chasetown Post Office0.1 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Cottage Of Content0.4 km
- Miners Rest0.4 km
- Chase Sailing Club0.7 km
- Chasetown Football Club0.3 km
- The Junction0.2 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Cafe Fika0.1 km
- MHA Communities South0.2 km
- Station Cafe0.9 km
- St Annes Church0.3 km
- Chasetown Methodist Church0.4 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chase Balti0.1 km
- China Chef0.3 km
- Napoli's Pizza0.1 km
- The Gourmet0.1 km
- Tom's Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Central England Co-operative0.3 km
- Wm Morrison1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Landywood6.0 km
- Cannock6.1 km
- Hednesford6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Union Street0.1 km
- Union Street0.1 km
- Old Mining College Centre0.2 km
- Old Mining College Centre0.2 km
- Queen Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WS73XR · Data under Open Government Licence