WV12 4AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Lane Head in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Short Heath ward and the Walsall North constituency.
For families considering a move, WV12 4AE represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The 57 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WV12 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00052414 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WV12 4AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV12 4AE.
207
57
£ 35,400 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV12 4AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Average age 57, 85% owned. WV12 4AE is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV12 4AE. The average age is 56.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV12 4AE has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rosedale Church of England C Infant School
New Leaf Centre
Short Heath Junior School
Lane Head Nursery School
Willenhall E-ACT Academy
Old Hall School
Woodlands Academy of Learning
Lodge Farm Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Homestead0.5 km
- United Kingdom Inn0.4 km
- Duke Of Cambridge0.8 km
- Short Heath Liberal Club0.4 km
- The Bridge Tavern0.3 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Harding Pharmacy0.3 km
- Shop Life Style0.6 km
- Nisa0.3 km
- Bridge Service Station0.4 km
- Lane Head Post Office & Stores0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- One Stop1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Eat Fresh0.4 km
- Renzo's Desserts Ltd0.4 km
- Oriental Kitchen0.5 km
- Dizzy Kidz0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Lane Head Balti0.4 km
- Chip Stop0.5 km
- Spice Corner (Restaurant in Bridge Tavern Pub)0.3 km
- Classic Canton Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Jade Garden0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bloxwich Station2.5 km
- Bloxwich North3.0 km
- Walsall3.6 km
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Postcode Profile: WV124AE · Data under Open Government Licence