WV6 0BJ is a safe, established residential area on Balfour Crescent, 0.4km from Newbridge in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Wolverhampton South West 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £296k, up 81.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WV6 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00053053 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BALFOUR CRESCENT, WV6 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALFOUR CRESCENT, WV6 0BJ.
305
37
£ 39,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WV6 0BJ — age 37, 46% ownership, 47% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 81.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV6 0BJ. The average age is 36.6. 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
Flat
£ 246,475
2 sales · Mean £ 246,475
Detached
£ 470,000
2 sales · Mean £ 470,000
Terraced
£ 235,000
5 sales · Mean £ 251,100
Semi-Detached
£ 335,000
1 sales · Mean £ 335,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV6 0BJ has low crime rates — 37 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
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Wolverhampton Girls' High School
St Jude's Church of England Primary Academy
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary Academy & Nursery
St Michael's Church of England Aided Primary School
Evergreen Academy
Pine Green Academy
West Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Amin Shop0.5 km
- Fresh Food & Drink Ltd (Euro Shop)0.7 km
- Greggs Plc0.7 km
- Lalibela Groceries0.4 km
- Paks Continental Supermarket0.6 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Solace Community0.9 km
- Connaught Hotel0.7 km
- Queen Victoria Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Summerhouse0.3 km
- The Newhampton Inn0.3 km
- Albert Lawn Tennis Club1.0 km
- The Swan0.8 km
- Two Greens0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- The Lounge At Deansgate0.7 km
- Wolverhampton Muslim Forum0.8 km
- Cupcake Lane0.7 km
- New Mother India0.3 km
- SS Peter And Paul Catholic Primary Academy0.7 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Dragon Gate0.7 km
- Flavours0.7 km
- New Jasmine House0.4 km
- Pappa's Pizza0.7 km
- The Egg Free Cake Box0.7 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverhampton2.4 km
- Bilbrook4.0 km
- Codsall4.9 km
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