Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

PADDOCK LANE, WS9 0BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PADDOCK LANE, WS9 0BP.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
workEmployment
2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 44% of tenure in WS9 0BP — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £170,833 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WS9 0BP is a safe, established residential area on Paddock Lane, 0.2km from Pool Green in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WS9 0BP is 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. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WS9 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00051769 (shared with 4 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 0BP. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.5%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 173,000

5 sales · Mean £ 187,500

Terraced

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

Detached

£ 217,500

2 sales · Mean £ 217,500

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

WS9 0BP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences70
Other theft12
Burglary10
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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Aldridge School - A Science College

Good1581 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good231 pupils0.8 km
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Whetstone Field Primary School

Good230 pupils0.8 km
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic College

Good1132 pupils0.9 km
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Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School

Good471 pupils1.1 km
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Leighswood School

Good562 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Aldridge Wines0.7 km
  • Anchor Wines0.6 km
  • Boots The Chemist Ltd0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.5 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The White House0.6 km
  • Aldridge Conservative & Union Club0.7 km
  • The Avion (Wetherspoon)0.6 km
  • The Red Lion0.1 km
  • The Turtles Head0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Cafe in the Square0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Crumbs Sandwich Bar0.9 km
  • Kisaan0.9 km
  • R1 Bar0.7 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Buddy's American Pizza0.9 km
  • Papa John's0.7 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Hong Kong0.6 km
  • Lighthouse Fish Bar0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsall4.4 km
  • Blake Street5.5 km
  • Butlers Lane6.0 km