WV14 0AJ is an up-and-coming urban area on Lichfield Street, 0.6km from Bilston in Bilston (Wolverhampton). Administratively it sits within Bilston East ward and the Wolverhampton South East constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 54% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 114 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £90k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WV14 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00052583 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LICHFIELD STREET, WV14 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LICHFIELD STREET, WV14 0AJ.
293
37
£ 33,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV14 0AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WV14 0AJ is a regeneration-priority area — ranked among the most deprived nationally by the IMD, with 9% unemployment and a community that has historically faced structural economic pressures. High crime co-occurs with deprivation here — buyers and tenants should review street-level data.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV14 0AJ. The average age is 37.1. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 90,000
1 sales · Mean £ 90,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WV14 0AJ is above average at 114 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Loxdale Primary School
Holy Trinity Catholic Primary School
Villiers Primary School
Ormiston SWB Academy
Field View Primary School
Bilston Nursery School
Moseley Park
Bilston Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
60 nearby- Alan Warwick Butchers0.3 km
- Bobs Bargains0.4 km
- Church Pharmacy0.2 km
- Home Bargains0.3 km
- JD Produce0.3 km
- + 55 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Bilston Town Hall0.1 km
- Horse And Jockey0.2 km
- Sir Henry Newbolt0.5 km
- The Trumpet0.5 km
- Golden Cue Snooker Club0.5 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Adecyn0.7 km
- Cafe Metro (Bilston) Limited0.1 km
- New Tea Cafe0.3 km
- Subway0.6 km
- Deb's Diner0.3 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Curry Hut0.1 km
- Lucky Sweet Shop & Takeaway0.1 km
- Bilston Fish Bar0.6 km
- Dimple Sweet & Savoury Ltd0.5 km
- Wing Wah1.0 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Premier Convenience Store1.0 km
- Heron Frozen Foods0.3 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- W M Morrisons Supermarkets Limited0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- P3 Hotel0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coseley2.5 km
- Wolverhampton3.9 km
- Tipton4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Bilston Central (Midland Metro Stop)0.1 km
- The Crescent (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WV140AJ · Data under Open Government Licence