WV4 4NN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Eastcroft Road, 0.7km from Penn in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Merry Hill ward and the Wolverhampton South West constituency.
For families considering a move, WV4 4NN represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 16.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WV4 4NN are sourced from Output Area E00052954 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTCROFT ROAD, WV4 4NN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTCROFT ROAD, WV4 4NN.
355
38
£ 37,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WV4 4NN 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.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WV4 4NN's 60% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 16.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV4 4NN. The average age is 38.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 112,500
10 sales · Mean £ 114,550
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV4 4NN has low crime rates — 20 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
Springdale Primary School
Penn Fields School
Highfields School
Penn Hall School
Warstones Primary School
St Michael's Catholic Primary Academy and Nursery
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Penn Care Pharmacy Ltd0.7 km
- Warstones Mini Market0.9 km
- Greggs Plc0.9 km
- MFG Penn Service Station0.4 km
- Simply Drinks0.6 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Wings And Paws Shop LTD0.7 km
- Evoke0.8 km
- Indigo0.6 km
- Wingers0.9 km
- Pennys Cafe0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Warstones Fisheries Ltd0.9 km
- Springhill Chinese Fast Food0.6 km
- Oriental Delights0.7 km
- Chip Stop0.6 km
- Kings Chip Inn Fish Bar0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Springhill0.4 km
- The Hollybush0.6 km
- Springhill Cricket Club1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton4.7 km
- Coseley6.2 km
- Bilbrook7.0 km
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Postcode Profile: WV44NN · Data under Open Government Licence