Postcode Analysis Shropshire, West Midlands

WV7 3BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV7 3BD.

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Population

236

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WV7 3BD 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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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WV7 3BD combines high owner-occupation (86%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

WV7 3BD is a sought-after residential area located 1.2km 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 3BD offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 86% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 3BD are sourced from Output Area E00146909 (shared with 7 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 3BD. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

WV7 3BD has low crime rates — 2 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.

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school Local Schools

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St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good192 pupils0.9 km
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Albrighton Primary School & Nursery

Good291 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Oregano Project Ltd0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Albrighton0.6 km
  • Cosford2.2 km
  • Codsall4.9 km