Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

WV2 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV2 1BL.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 39,300 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV2 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WV2 1BL has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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

WV2 1BL is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from Horseley Fields in Wolverhampton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Ettingshall ward and the Wolverhampton South East constituency.

WV2 1BL is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a healthcare and public administration zone — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 35) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. The area has a notably diverse population — 55% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.

Safety: Crime rates are high (202 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 WV2 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00053151 (shared with 62 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 WV2 1BL. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British44.6%
Asian / British Asian24.5%
Black / African / Caribbean16.8%
Other / Mixed14.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 6%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near WV2 1BL are high at 202 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 offences320
Shoplifting142
Drugs66
Public order65
Criminal damage and arson57

school Local Schools

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SS. Mary and John's Catholic Primary Academy

Requires Improvement229 pupils0.6 km
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Grove Primary Academy

Good448 pupils0.6 km
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Graiseley Primary School

Good222 pupils0.9 km
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Eastfield Primary School

Good405 pupils1.1 km
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Eastfield Nursery School

Outstanding139 pupils1.2 km
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Nishkam Primary School Wolverhampton

Good419 pupils1.2 km
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St Luke's Church of England Aided Primary School

Good462 pupils1.2 km
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Thomas Telford University Technical College

Good545 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

94 nearby
  • ASANdwich0.4 km
  • Pausa Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Costa Limited0.6 km
  • Ana's Coffee Shop0.3 km
  • Bob Jones Community Cafe1.0 km
  • + 89 more
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Retailers - Other

79 nearby
  • AJM Foods0.6 km
  • Axa Mini Market1.0 km
  • Earls Carribean Store0.4 km
  • Halal Meat Supplies1.0 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.5 km
  • + 74 more
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Pub, NightClub

42 nearby
  • Duke Of York0.6 km
  • Golden Silver Suite0.6 km
  • Popworld0.7 km
  • Bank Wolverhampton0.7 km
  • Bohemian0.7 km
  • + 37 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

42 nearby
  • All Saints Chip Shop0.2 km
  • Falafel Hamoodi (Cabin A)0.4 km
  • Hasty Tasty Pizza0.5 km
  • Nutmeg0.6 km
  • Poundbakery0.5 km
  • + 37 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Novotel Wolverhampton0.4 km
  • Britannia Hotel0.6 km
  • Steel Mill Events Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverhampton0.8 km
  • Coseley4.6 km
  • Bilbrook6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Royal (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
  • Wolverhampton St George's (Midland Metro Stop)0.3 km
  • Pipers Row (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
  • Pipers Row (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km
  • Pipers Row (Midland Metro Stop)0.5 km