17,015TOTAL POPULATION
7,256HOUSEHOLDS
8.1%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£32,760AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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WS4 POSTCODE REGION

Walsall (WS4)

The WS4 postcode area is located in the Walsall postcode town region, within the county of West Midlands, and contains a total of 414 individual postcodes.

There are 14 electoral wards in the WS4 postcode area, including Burntwood, Cannock, Lichfield, Rugeley, Walsall, Wednesbury which come under the local authority of the Walsall Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 17% of people in WS4 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 WS4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


WS4 is a postcode district in the Walsall district which covers the area of Pelsall, Rushall, Shelfield and parts of Brownhills, Bloxwich and Palfrey. It is located in the West Midlands region of England.

WS4 postcode was created from historic local government districts in 1974, and is split between three Westminster constituencies: Walsall South and Walsall North, and Aldridge-Brownhills. The area has a population of approximately 32,100 people, with significant infrastructure such as motorways and railways nearby.

Pelsall is a village of around 12,000 people which sits in the centre of the postcode area. It has a village green, which is the site of many social events such as summer festivals and Christmas markets. The village centre also contains shops, restaurants, and a library.

The Rushall area is a residential and industrial area in the locality of WS4. It has many green spaces, such as Elmwood Park and several churches including St. Mary's Church. Shelfield is a suburb of WS4, with over 400 shops and businesses, situated between Pelsall and Rushall.

Brownhills is a town in WS4, between Pelsall and Walsall, known for its rich history and diverse architecture. The town is home to the Walker Wood, a protected nature reserve, and the children's playground, Cannock Chase.

Bloxwich is a village located within WS4, known for its canals, former industrial sites and popular St Thomas's Anglican Church. Alongside Bloxwich is Palfrey which is a suburb of Walsall, with a good transport network and many small parks and play areas.

WS4 is an interesting postcode district with a wide range of people from different backgrounds and walks of life living side-by-side. It has a variety of amenities, historical sites and cultural events all within close proximity. All of these characteristics contribute to make WS4 a unique and attractive place to live.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 86%WORKING
  • 14%UNEMPLOYED

14% of people in WS4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 17%AB
  • 56%C2/C2
  • 28%DE

According to census records, 17% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 81%WHITE
  • 19%NON-WHITE

81% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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WS4West Midlands

West Midlands

The county of West Midlands

WS4 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.

West Midlands Postal Town Map
Outward CodeWS4
Postal TownWalsall
MSOA NameWalsall 010
LSOA NameWalsall 010D
CountyWest Midlands
RegionWest Midlands
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityWalsall
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

WS4 Electoral Wards

The postal region of WS4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Clayhanger
Coal Pool
Daw End
Goscote
Harden
Heath End
Highbridge
High Heath
Pelsall
Pelsall Wood
Rushall
Shelfield
Stubber's Green
Vigo
Walsall Wood
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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (WS) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

Your views ofWS4

KK, walsall

Sunday, April 7, 2019

The area is a matured area with mostly pensioners living around. Clinic, school and a convenience store with post office around. The surrounding area has a Swag Lake and Boat centre which can enjoy a walk or boating. Neighbours are well known to each other and friendly.


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