WV4 5NN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bearnett Drive, 1.4km from Penn in South Staffordshire. Administratively it sits within Wombourne North and Lower Penn ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of South Staffordshire.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £276k, up 24.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WV4 5NN are sourced from Output Area E00151200 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEARNETT DRIVE, WV4 5NN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEARNETT DRIVE, WV4 5NN.
175
53
£ 38,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WV4 5NN spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. £276k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 24.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV4 5NN. The average age is 53.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 248,000
9 sales · Mean £ 259,888
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
2 sales · Mean £ 235,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV4 5NN has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Penn Hall School
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
Springdale Primary School
St Benedict Biscop CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- MFG Penn Service Station0.8 km
- Simply Drinks0.7 km
- Coven Heath Nursery Shop0.7 km
- Everyday Better0.6 km
- Lloyd Hill Convenience Store0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Hollybush0.7 km
- Miller & Carter0.3 km
- The Springhill0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chip Stop0.6 km
- Springhill Chinese Fast Food0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Pennys Cafe0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton5.5 km
- Coseley6.0 km
- Dudley7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Miller and Carter PH0.3 km
- Miller and Carter PH0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WV45NN · Data under Open Government Licence