Birmingham Road is in Walsall and in Walsall district. WS1 2NX is located in the Paddock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walsall South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birmingham Road, Walsall, WS1 2NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS1 2NU, WS1 2NT, WS1 3EU, WS1 2PT, WS1 2PS, WS1 3HX, WS1 3DD, WS1 3BA, WS1 2NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS1 2NX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 52% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WS1 2NX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.7% | 31.6% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 52.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Separated | 4% | 0.8% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7.9% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 7.1% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.5% | 47.9% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 36.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 11.5% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 16.5% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.5% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 9% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.1% | 45.5% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 43.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 5.5% |
| Indian | 19.4% | 28% | 8.6% | 3.1% | 24.9% |
| Pakistani | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 4.2% |
| Other Asian | 10.5% | 4.3% | -6.2% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 2.3% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 58.8% | 43.8% | -15.0% | 81.4% | -37.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 6.3% | 5.6% | 1.6% | 4.7% |
In this area, 81.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 81.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.3% | 15.7% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 10.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81% | 81.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 15.4% | 14.0% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 1% | -11.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.3% | 37.2% | -20.9% |
| Christian | 27.8% | 46.2% | -18.4% |
| Hindu | 10.5% | 1.7% | 8.8% |
| Muslim | 13.1% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Sikh | 24.5% | 0.9% | 23.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birmingham Road was 42.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% lower than the Paddock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birmingham Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Paddock and the 259th lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221 Birmingham Road, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-09-26 | £320,263 |
| 205 Birmingham Road, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2017-08-04 | £430,951 |
| 195 Birmingham Road, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2016-08-26 | £419,217 |
| 209 Birmingham Road, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2015-12-14 | £396,205 |
| 205 Birmingham Road, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2015-08-21 | £464,596 |
WS1 2NX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullbrook Nursery School West Bromwich Road , WS5 4NN | 4out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alumwell Nursery School Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP | 4out of 4 | 3,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Nursery School Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 5,204 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School Jesson Road , WS1 3AY | 4out of 4 | 447 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehall Junior Community School Delves Road , WS1 3JY | 2out of 4 | 684 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Coat Church of England Aided Infant School Hanch Place , WS1 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Coat Church of England Aided Junior School Springhill Road , WS1 2LP | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehall Nursery and Infant School West Bromwich Road , WS1 3HS | 4out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Mary's Grammar School Sutton Road , WS1 2PG | 4out of 4 | 408 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Blue Coat Church of England Academy Birmingham Street , WS1 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walsall Studio School 14a Lower Hall Lane , The Goldmine Centre WS1 1RL | 3out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Leckie Academy Walstead Road West , WS5 4PG | 2out of 4 | 1,649 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's High School Upper Forster Street , WS4 2AE | 4out of 4 | 2,006 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsall College Wisemore Campus , WS2 8ES | - not rated | 2,173 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield Preparatory School Sutton Road , WALSALL WS1 2PD | - not rated | 594 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ladder School Millennium House , 24 Lower Hall Lane WS1 1RL | - not rated | 1,545 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hydesville Tower School 25, Broadway North , Walsall WS1 2QG | - not rated | 1,664 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abu Bakr Girls School 154- 160 Wednesbury Road , Palfrey WS1 4JJ | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| West Midlands Education and Skills ST PATRICKS PRESBYTERY , BLUE LANE EAST WS2 8HN | - not rated | 2,369 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wolverhampton | Walsall Campus, Go Eat World Gorway Road | 537 yd | |
| University of Wolverhampton | Walsall Campus, Gorway Road | 537 yd | |
| Walsall SU Lounge | Walsall Campus, Gorway Road | 537 yd | |
| Acti-Fit Midlands Ltd-HAF Walsall Delivery | Walsall Rugby Club, Delves Road | 822 yd | |
| Bakers Sandwich Bar | (Sedtrade Ltd), 34 Birmingham Road | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillity Wines & Spirits | 6 Gillity Avenue, Walsall | 493 yd | |
| Walsall Golf Club | Broadway, Walsall | 517 yd | |
| Walsall Cricket Club | Gorway Road, Walsall | 568 yd | |
| Walsall Rugby Club | Delves Road, Walsall | 749 yd | |
| Duke Of York | 27 Lumley Road, Walsall | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Frying Machine | 10 Gillity Avenue, Walsall | 488 yd | |
| GGs Kitchen | Rugby Club Walsall, Delves Road | 822 yd | |
| Saleem Fish Bar | 8 West Bromwich Road, Walsall | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johal Supermarket UK Limited | 19 West Bromwich Road, Walsall | 1,006 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walsall Tennis Club Birmingham Road | tennis courts | 247 yd |
| Queen Marys Grammar School SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 476 yd |
| Walsall Cricket Club GORWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Walsall Golf Club BROADWAY | golf | 530 yd |
| University Of Wolverhampton (Walsall Site) WALSALL CAMPUS WALSALL CAMPUS GORWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 542 yd |
| Mayfield Preparatory School SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Walsall Rugby Club DELVES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Walsall Ymf Cricket Club (Closed) The Grange The Grange King George VI Avenue | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Blue Coat Church Of England Academy Playing Fields DELVES GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Park Hall Community Association (Closed) Park Hall Road | squash courts | 1,049 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.