Postcode Analysis Wolverhampton, West Midlands

OVERSTRAND, WV9 5AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVERSTRAND, WV9 5AP.

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Population

290

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

WV9 5AP is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

WV9 5AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Overstrand, 0.6km from Pendeford in Wolverhampton. Administratively it sits within Oxley ward and the Wolverhampton North East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wolverhampton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WV9 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00053030 (shared with 9 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 WV9 5AP. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.1%
Asian / British Asian12.7%
Black / African / Caribbean9.3%
Other / Mixed8.9%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

WV9 5AP has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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St Paul's Church of England Aided Primary School

Requires Improvement238 pupils1.0 km
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Ormiston NEW Academy

Good760 pupils1.1 km
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Dovecotes Primary School

Good274 pupils1.2 km
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Aldersley High School

Good1194 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Martin's0.9 km
  • Salon Services Ltd0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Moog Controls Ltd0.9 km
  • Blue Apple Contract Catering Ltd1.0 km
  • Compass Group At JLR EMC1.0 km
  • Gather & Gather UK Ltd0.1 km
  • Pendeford Bar And Grill0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Fordhouses Cricket Club0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bilbrook2.4 km
  • Codsall3.3 km
  • Wolverhampton5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Business Park0.1 km
  • Caravan Park0.4 km
  • Caravan Park0.4 km