Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

QUICKSAND LANE, WS9 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for QUICKSAND LANE, WS9 0BD.

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Population

433

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

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.

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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WS9 0BD spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WS9 0BD is a safe, established residential area on Quicksand Lane, 0.4km from Bosty Lane in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

For families considering a move, WS9 0BD represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k.

Census 2021 statistics for WS9 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00051772 (shared with 8 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 0BD. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.1%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 333,500

4 sales · Mean £ 330,500

Semi-Detached

£ 262,000

2 sales · Mean £ 262,000

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

WS9 0BD has low crime rates — 27 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 offences60
Vehicle crime10
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Aldridge School - A Science College

Good1581 pupils0.2 km
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Whetstone Field Primary School

Good230 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good231 pupils0.9 km
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic College

Good1132 pupils1.0 km
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Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School

Good471 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Anchor Wines1.0 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.5 km
  • Mfg Londis Redhouse0.7 km
  • Pete's Cellar0.5 km
  • R K Newsagents0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The White House0.3 km
  • Aldridge Conservative & Union Club1.0 km
  • Rushall Olympic Football Club0.9 km
  • The Avion (Wetherspoon)1.0 km
  • The Red Lion0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Aldridge Chippy1.0 km
  • Hong Kong1.0 km
  • Julie Jones (Hot Food Kiosk)0.9 km
  • Lighthouse Fish Bar0.4 km
  • The Orange Chippy0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Aura Indian Restaurant1.0 km
  • Chickaros Express1.0 km
  • Regards Restaurant1.0 km
  • Truly Delights0.5 km
  • Malabar Restaurant1.0 km
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Supermarkets

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall4.1 km
  • Bescot Stadium5.7 km
  • Blake Street5.7 km