walsall WS2 Postcodes
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Walsall (WS2)
The WS2 postcode area is located in the Walsall postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 970 individual postcodes.
There are 12 electoral wards in the WS2 postcode area, including Burntwood, Cannock, Lichfield, Rugeley, Walsall, Wednesbury which come under the local authority of the Walsall Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 8% of people in WS2 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of WS2 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
WS2 is a postcode in the UK for the city of Walsall, located in the West Midlands. It has an approximate population of around 257,000. Its main areas include Bloxwich, Palfrey, Pleck, Birchills, Leamore, Bentley, Darlaston and Willenhall.
It is served by several A roads that link it with other areas in Walsall, as well as the M6 motorway. The town centre is in the centre of the case area, with the area to the east known as Bloxwich and the area to the west known as Bentley and Leamore.
WS2 is home to a number of popular tourist attractions such as Walsall Arboretum, the Black Country Living Museum, and the Blue Planet Aquarium. It also has several shopping centres, including the Walsall Arboretum Shopping Village and the Arboretum Retail Park.
Education in the WS2 area is provided by a range of primary, secondary and further education institutions. There are four primary schools, one secondary school and sixth form college, and three specialist colleges.
Connectivity is good in the area with a number of local bus services, as well as some national services. There are also a number of railway stations in the WS2 area, including Willenhall, Darlaston and Bloxwich.
The local economy is largely based on manufacturing, with high-street stores, supermarkets and other retail outlets providing other sources of employment. There is also a range of smaller businesses and local services in the area.
The area of WS2 is generally considered to be a safe and pleasant place to live, with a range of amenities and attractions. Walsall is one of the largest towns in the West Midlands and is well worth a visit.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 79%WORKING
- 21%UNEMPLOYED
21% of people in WS2 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 65%WHITE
- 35%NON-WHITE
65% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
West Midlands
WS2 is located in the county of West Midlands, in England.
West Midlands has a total population of 2,864,900, making it the 2nd largest county in the UK.
West Midlands has a total area of 348 square miles, and a population density of 3177 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | WS2 |
Postal Town | Walsall |
MSOA Name | Walsall 023 |
LSOA Name | Walsall 023B |
County | West Midlands |
Region | West Midlands |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Walsall |
Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
WS2 Electoral Wards
The postal region of WS2, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Monday, May 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 8% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.