New College Close is in Walsall and in Walsall district. WS1 3TF is located in the St Matthew's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walsall South. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about New College Close, Walsall, WS1 3TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS1 3TE, WS1 3TA, WS1 3TB, WS1 3TD, WS1 3EX, WS1 3DD, WS1 3BB, WS1 3EU, WS1 2NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS1 3TF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.6% | 52.2% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 47.8% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 3TF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 23.9% | 26.2% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.4% | 57.9% | -10.5% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 5.9% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 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 | 47% | 49.8% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 34.7% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 12.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 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 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 15.1% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 8.2% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14.4% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 11.8% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 46.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 9.7% | 3.1% | -6.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 20.6% 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 | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 3.5% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 37% | 44.8% | 7.8% | 3.1% | 41.7% |
| Pakistani | 4.5% | 11.1% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 8.4% |
| Other Asian | 11.9% | 2% | -9.9% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 33.5% | 20.6% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -60.8% |
| Other | 2.2% | 7.1% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 5.5% |
In this area, 76.5% 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 | 69.3% | 76.5% | 7.2% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 24.7% | 18.8% | -5.9% | 5.6% | 13.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.3% | 76.8% | 7.5% | 83.2% | -6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 20.4% | 19.5% | 9.8% | 10.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 26% | 1% | -25.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 10.1% | 37.2% | -27.1% |
| Christian | 17.3% | 46.2% | -28.9% |
| Hindu | 16.1% | 1.7% | 14.4% |
| Muslim | 18.1% | 6.5% | 11.6% |
| Sikh | 28% | 0.9% | 27.1% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New College Close was 40.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.5% lower than the Birchills Leamore average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New College Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Birchills Leamore and the 248th lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 New College Close, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2020-05-29 | £388,509 |
| 15 New College Close, Walsall, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2016-12-21 | £427,789 |
| 25 New College Close, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2016-11-11 | £441,152 |
| 11 New College Close, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2016-10-17 | £461,693 |
| 21 New College Close, Walsall, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2015-09-08 | £585,280 |
WS1 3TF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WS1 3TF 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Looking after home or family | 40 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 29 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullbrook Nursery School West Bromwich Road , WS5 4NN | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alumwell Nursery School Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP | 4out of 4 | 3,298 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley View Nursery School 149 Dangerfield Lane , WS10 7RU | 4out of 4 | 5,366 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Nursery School Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 5,370 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Junior Community School Delves Road , WS1 3JY | 2out of 4 | 330 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School Jesson Road , WS1 3AY | 4out of 4 | 489 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehall Nursery and Infant School West Bromwich Road , WS1 3HS | 4out of 4 | 765 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldmore Primary Academy Carless Street , WS1 3RH | 2out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Coat Church of England Aided Infant School Hanch Place , WS1 3AF | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 673 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Blue Coat Church of England Academy Birmingham Street , WS1 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Leckie Academy Walstead Road West , WS5 4PG | 2out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walsall Studio School 14a Lower Hall Lane , The Goldmine Centre WS1 1RL | 3out of 4 | 1,569 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's High School Upper Forster Street , WS4 2AE | 4out of 4 | 2,176 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 | 2,268 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 | 806 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ladder School Millennium House , 24 Lower Hall Lane WS1 1RL | - not rated | 1,535 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abu Bakr Girls School 154- 160 Wednesbury Road , Palfrey WS1 4JJ | - not rated | 1,701 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hydesville Tower School 25, Broadway North , Walsall WS1 2QG | - not rated | 1,892 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homeschool 49 Manifold Way , Sandwell WS10 0GB | - not rated | 2,418 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | 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 | 217 yd | |
| University of Wolverhampton | Walsall Campus, Gorway Road | 217 yd | |
| Walsall SU Lounge | Walsall Campus, Gorway Road | 217 yd | |
| Acti-Fit Midlands Ltd-HAF Walsall Delivery | Walsall Rugby Club, Delves Road | 464 yd | |
| Bakers Sandwich Bar | (Sedtrade Ltd), 34 Birmingham Road | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walsall Golf Club | Broadway, Walsall | 323 yd | |
| Walsall Cricket Club | Gorway Road, Walsall | 394 yd | |
| Walsall Rugby Club | Delves Road, Walsall | 414 yd | |
| Gillity Wines & Spirits | 6 Gillity Avenue, Walsall | 849 yd | |
| The Cambridge Pub | The Cambridge, Cambridge Street | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GGs Kitchen | Rugby Club Walsall, Delves Road | 464 yd | |
| Saleem Fish Bar | 8 West Bromwich Road, Walsall | 815 yd | |
| The Frying Machine | 10 Gillity Avenue, Walsall | 850 yd | |
| Broadway Chippy | 8 Hawes Close, Walsall | 965 yd | |
| East End Tandoori & Balti | 9 Hawes Close, Walsall | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johal Supermarket UK Limited | 19 West Bromwich Road, Walsall | 862 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food | 1-2 Hawes Close, Walsall | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Wolverhampton (Walsall Site) WALSALL CAMPUS WALSALL CAMPUS GORWAY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 224 yd |
| Walsall Tennis Club Birmingham Road | tennis courts | 325 yd |
| Walsall Cricket Club GORWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 332 yd |
| Walsall Golf Club BROADWAY | golf | 334 yd |
| Walsall Rugby Club DELVES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Blue Coat Church Of England Academy Playing Fields DELVES GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Queen Marys Grammar School SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 696 yd |
| Mayfield Preparatory School SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Joseph Leckie Academy Playing Fields Recreation Ground Recreation Ground WEST BROMWICH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,065 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.53 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.