Laburnum Avenue is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS11 0LQ is located in the Cannock Longford & Bridgtown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Laburnum Avenue, Cannock, WS11 0LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS11 0AP, WS11 0HH, WS11 0LH, WS11 0AR, WS11 0AW, WS11 0AS, WS11 0AG, WS11 0AY, WS11 0AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS11 0LQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 50% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50% | -2.5% | 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 area around WS11 0LQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.6% | 43.6% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 36% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 41.5% | 44.1% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 33.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 15% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5.2% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around WS11 0LQ this area, 38.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 10.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 38.7% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 20.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 13.3% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.2% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.1% | 10.2% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -23.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.7% | 96.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 95.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 33.7% | 13.5% | 20.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laburnum Avenue was 182.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.6% higher than the Cannock Longford & Bridgtown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Laburnum Avenue has the 15th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Cannock Longford & Bridgtown and the 31st highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 128.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 225.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Laburnum Avenue, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-08-04 | £173,233 |
| 25 Laburnum Avenue, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,500 | 2023-07-28 | £69,719 |
| 5 Laburnum Avenue, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-08-16 | £169,667 |
| 45 Laburnum Avenue, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-12-16 | £208,918 |
| 61 Laburnum Avenue, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2019-11-22 | £173,291 |
WS11 0LQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 4,002 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 Catholic Primary School Hunter Road , WS11 0AE | 3out of 4 | 491 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgtown Primary School North Street , Bridgtown WS11 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 577 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Primary Academy Ascot Drive , WS11 1PD | 2out of 4 | 805 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lukes CofE Primary School New Penkridge Road , WS11 1HN | 3out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Huthill Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6PG | 3out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 1,731 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 2out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 3,782 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Education - Cannock Longford Road , Cannock WS11 0LD | - not rated | 222 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 366 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 470 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 470 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pit Stop Cafe (at Chaserider) | Arriva House, Delta Way | 346 yd | |
| Asda (Customer Resturant) | Asda, Avon Road | 422 yd | |
| Darshan Nepal | 172 Walsall Road | 442 yd | |
| Carousel Catering & Penny's Cafe | Unit 6, Longford Industrial Es, Longford Road | 478 yd | |
| Tamarind | 192 Walsall Road | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Fountain | Crystal Fountain, 35 St Johns Road | 256 yd | |
| Bridgtown Social WMC | Bridgtown Social Club, 170 Walsall Road | 328 yd | |
| Cannock Ex-Servicemen | 23 Walsall Road | 483 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | The Castle Inn, 62 North Street | 491 yd | |
| Cannock Social WMC | 67 Wolverhampton Road | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 151 Longford Road | 332 yd | |
| Longford Fish Bar | 155 Longford Road | 343 yd | |
| Munch N Go | 159 Longford Road | 359 yd | |
| Peaceful Chinese Takeaway | 25 North Street | 609 yd | |
| Bridgtown Chippy / Silly Sausage Cafe | 1 North Street | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range | Walsall Road | 351 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Avon Road | 422 yd | |
| Co-op Food Store | Boscomoor Shopping Centre, Wolverhampton Road | 571 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 5b To 5c, Wyrley Brook Retail Park, Vine Lane | 699 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Walsall Road | 739 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Laburnum Avenue LABURNUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 80 yd |
| Chase Grammar School CONVENT CLOSE | 460 yd | |
| St Marys Primary School HUNTER ROAD | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Avon Road Youth Centre (Closed) Avon Road | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Longford School ASCOT DRIVE | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| Better Gym (Cannock) VINE LANE | health and fitness suite | 943 yd |
| Magnetti Sports (Closed) | grass pitches | 1,030 yd |
| Club Fitness International (Closed) High Green | health and fitness suite | 1,091 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.32 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.