Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

FORGE LANE, WS9 0AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE LANE, WS9 0AA.

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Population

287

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WS9 0AA combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£295k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £295k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 56.1% year-on-year.

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

WS9 0AA is a sought-after residential area on Forge Lane, 0.1km from Aldridge in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

For serious buyers, WS9 0AA is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% 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 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k, down 56.1% year-on-year. 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 WS9 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00051767 (shared with 7 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 WS9 0AA. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.0%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 242,000

5 sales · Mean £ 284,400

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

WS9 0AA has low crime rates — 43 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.

Violence and sexual offences73
Shoplifting54
Criminal damage and arson16
Burglary15
Other theft14

school Local Schools

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St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good231 pupils0.5 km
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Aldridge School - A Science College

Good1581 pupils0.5 km
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic College

Good1132 pupils0.5 km
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Whetstone Field Primary School

Good230 pupils0.7 km
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Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School

Good471 pupils0.7 km
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Leighswood School

Good562 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Aldridge Wines0.6 km
  • Anchor Wines0.4 km
  • Boots The Chemist Ltd0.5 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.9 km
  • + 18 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Aldridge Stick And Wicket Club0.7 km
  • The White House0.9 km
  • Aldridge Conservative & Union Club0.4 km
  • Aldridge Social Club0.7 km
  • The Avion (Wetherspoon)0.4 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Aldridge Church Centre0.7 km
  • Cafe in the Square0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • Crumbs Sandwich Bar0.9 km
  • Kisaan0.6 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Buddy's American Pizza0.6 km
  • Papa John's0.5 km
  • Subway0.6 km
  • Hong Kong0.4 km
  • Lighthouse Fish Bar1.0 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall4.8 km
  • Blake Street5.1 km
  • Butlers Lane5.6 km