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.
WHETSTONE LANE, WS9 8PB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHETSTONE LANE, WS9 8PB.
286
55
£ 49,600 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
St Francis of Assisi Catholic College
Cooper and Jordan Church of England Primary School
St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Aldridge School - A Science College
Whetstone Field Primary School
Leighswood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, 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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: WS98PB · Data under Open Government Licence