WV8 1DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.0km from Codsall in Codsall. Administratively it sits within Codsall North ward and the South Staffordshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WV8 1DE is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WV8 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00150953 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WV8 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WV8 1DE.
245
51
£ 37,600 /yr
36%
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
WV8 1DE has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV8 1DE. The average age is 51.2. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WV8 1DE has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Nicholas Church of England First School
Codsall Middle School
Codsall Community High School
St Christophers Catholic Primary Academy
Lane Green First School
Bilbrook CofE (VC) Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Bull0.0 km
- The Crown0.0 km
- Charlie's Sports Bar And Grill0.1 km
- Conservative Club0.0 km
- Love And Liquor0.1 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Siculo0.1 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Mrs B's Catering Services Ltd0.8 km
- The Codsall Hive Arts & Crafts Cafe0.1 km
- Jungle Boogie0.1 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Codsall Fish Bar0.1 km
- Greggs0.1 km
- Birches Bridge Subway1.0 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Birches Bridge Asda On The Move1.0 km
- Booze Stop Drinks Express0.1 km
- Codsall Leisure Centre0.7 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
- News Express0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Codsall0.4 km
- Bilbrook1.3 km
- Albrighton4.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Bull PH0.1 km
- Church Road0.1 km
- Church Road0.1 km
- The Bull PH0.1 km
- Wheel Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WV81DE · Data under Open Government Licence