Is WV7 3AY a safe place to live?

Yes, WV7 3AY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in WV7 3AY?

The average property price in WV7 3AY is currently around £515k.

What is the population of WV7 3AY?

The population for the WV7 3AY area is approximately 297 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

PATSHULL LANE, WV7 3AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PATSHULL LANE, WV7 3AY.

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Population

297

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV7 3AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10

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2/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WV7 3AY's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £515k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £515k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WV7 3AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Patshull Lane, 1.4km from Boningale in Shropshire. Administratively it sits within Albrighton ward and the The Wrekin constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WV7, WV7 3AY offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 80% 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 £515k.

Census 2021 statistics for WV7 3AY are sourced from Output Area E00146820 (shared with 16 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 WV7 3AY. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian1.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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£ 515,000

1 sales · Mean £ 515,000

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

WV7 3AY has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Albrighton2.5 km
Cosford3.2 km
Codsall5.8 km