walsall WS5 Postcodes
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Walsall (WS5)
The WS5 postcode area is located in the Walsall postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 499 individual postcodes.
There are 5 electoral wards in the WS5 postcode area, including Burntwood, Cannock, Lichfield, Rugeley, Walsall, Wednesbury which come under the local authority of the Walsall Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 23% of people in WS5 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 WS5 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The WS5 postcode is part of Walsall, a borough in the West Midlands region of England and is bordered by West Bromwich, Willenhall, Wolverhampton, Darlaston and Bentley. It has four main wards; Blakenall, Palfrey, Birchills Leamore and Shelfield.
The area is mainly centred around Blakenall, a residential recreation of the mid-20th century, often considered to be an example of 'suburban utopia'. It has a good range of housing, many of which are well-maintained. There are also some large green areas, such as Blakenall Heath and Walsall Arboretum, making for a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The postcode has a few local amenities, including shops, pubs, restaurants and parks. Blakenall's well regarded local pub is popular amongst locals, and it is also home to the Walsall Stadium, which is used by professional football team, Walsall FC. Furthermore, WS5 is served by various bus services that travel in and around the area.
The area also has a few primary and secondary schools, enabling young people the opportunity of a good education. Palfrey Park, sprawled out across approximately 30 acres, provides a great venue for outdoor activities, as well as live music and events.
WS5 is easy to access due to its close proximity to up to both the M6 and M5 motorways, providing links to Midlands cities such as Birmingham and Manchester. In addition, a trip to London is only a few hours away as the postcode is also close to Cannock Chase railway station. All in all, WS5 is a great place to call home due to its great connections, amenities, schools and recreational facilities.
Demographics
West Midlands
WS5 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 | WS5 |
| Postal Town | Walsall |
| MSOA Name | Walsall 035 |
| LSOA Name | Walsall 035B |
| County | West Midlands |
| Region | West Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
WS5 Electoral Wards
The postal region of WS5, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.