Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

WHETSTONE LANE, WS9 8PB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHETSTONE LANE, WS9 8PB.

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Population

286

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

33%

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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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Average age 55, 81% owned. WS9 8PB is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. With £560k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

WS9 8PB is a sought-after residential area on Whetstone Lane, 0.3km from Aldridge in Aldridge. Administratively it sits within Aldridge Central and South ward and the Aldridge-Brownhills constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WS9, WS9 8PB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 55 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £560k. 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 8PB are sourced from Output Area E00051798 (shared with 9 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 8PB. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 560,000

3 sales · Mean £ 510,000

Terraced

£ 199,000

1 sales · Mean £ 199,000

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

Crime around WS9 8PB is moderate at 53 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 offences56
Shoplifting51
Burglary15
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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St Francis of Assisi Catholic College

Good1132 pupils0.4 km
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Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School

Good471 pupils0.4 km
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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 pupils0.8 km
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Whetstone Field Primary School

Good230 pupils0.8 km
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Leighswood School

Good562 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Aldridge Wines0.4 km
  • Anchor Wines0.3 km
  • Boots The Chemist Ltd0.3 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • Orchard Hills Bakery0.3 km
  • + 16 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Aldridge Stick And Wicket Club0.4 km
  • The Crown0.3 km
  • Aldridge Conservative & Union Club0.2 km
  • Aldridge Social Club0.4 km
  • The Avion (Wetherspoon)0.3 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Aldridge Church Centre0.4 km
  • Cafe in the Square0.3 km
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
  • Crumbs Sandwich Bar0.8 km
  • Kisaan0.3 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Buddy's American Pizza0.3 km
  • Papa John's0.3 km
  • Subway0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • New Top Chef0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd (Aldridge Tavern)0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blake Street4.8 km
  • Walsall5.1 km
  • Butlers Lane5.4 km