WV7 3AD is a sought-after residential area on Donington Lane, 0.8km from Shackerley in Albrighton. Administratively it sits within Albrighton ward and the The Wrekin constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV7, WV7 3AD offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 58 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £630k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for WV7 3AD are sourced from Output Area E00146910 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DONINGTON LANE, WV7 3AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DONINGTON LANE, WV7 3AD.
269
58
£ 48,900 /yr
43%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 58, 78% owned. WV7 3AD is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. With £630k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV7 3AD. The average age is 57.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 630,000
1 sales · Mean £ 630,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
WV7 3AD has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Mary's CofE Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Albrighton1.2 km
- Cosford2.4 km
- Codsall5.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WV73AD · Data under Open Government Licence