Bideford Way is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS11 1QA is located in the Cannock Longford & Bridgtown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bideford Way, Cannock, WS11 1QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS11 1QG, WS11 1PZ, WS11 1PG, WS11 1TS, WS11 1PF, WS11 1QQ, WS11 1PX, WS11 1QE, WS11 1QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS11 1QA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 50.2% | 53.8% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 46.2% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 WS11 1QA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% 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 | 21% | 23.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 58.5% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 10.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 39.7% | 40.9% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 33% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 16.2% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 23.3% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 10.1% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 14.4% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 31.9% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.9% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 97.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.9% | 37.2% | -10.3% |
| Christian | 69.6% | 46.2% | 23.4% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bideford Way was 17.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.8% lower than the Cannock Longford & Bridgtown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bideford Way has the 4th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Cannock Longford & Bridgtown and the 31st lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Bideford Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-09-27 | £199,107 |
| 70 Bideford Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-12-16 | £341,504 |
| 45 Bideford Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2019-04-18 | £239,937 |
| 43 Bideford Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2017-02-01 | £225,717 |
| 66 Bideford Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-01-13 | £225,844 |
WS11 1QA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WS11 1QA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 4,506 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longford Primary Academy Ascot Drive , WS11 1PD | 2out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lukes CofE Primary School New Penkridge Road , WS11 1HN | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Hunter Road , WS11 0AE | 3out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgtown Primary School North Street , Bridgtown WS11 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorhill Primary School Pye Green Road , WS11 5RN | 2out of 4 | 2,916 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 2out of 4 | 3,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 3,437 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Staffordshire College Rodbaston Drive , ST19 5PH | - not rated | 5,247 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peak Education - Cannock Longford Road , Cannock WS11 0LD | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 1,788 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stepping Stones @ Chasewood | Longford Road | 732 yd | |
| Dine Contract Catering @ Finning | Finning Ltd, Watling Street | 939 yd | |
| Tea Bar @ Magistrates Court | Magistrates Court, 200A Wolverhampton Road | 953 yd | |
| Mcdonalds | Unit 6, Linkway Retail Park, Watling Street | 957 yd | |
| Starbucks | Linkway Retail Park, Watling Street | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longford Social Club | Wellington Drive, Cannock | 258 yd | |
| Longford House | Longford House Beefeater, Watling Street | 742 yd | |
| Shoal Hill Tavern | Sandy Lane, Hatherton | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford Way Fish Bar | 8 Devon Court, Bideford Way | 321 yd | |
| Bake Bites | 1 Devon Court, Bideford Way | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Longford Road | 468 yd | |
| Food Warehouse / Iceland | Unit 5A, Linkway Retail Park, Watling Street | 931 yd | |
| Poundland | Unit 4, Linkway Retail Park, Watling Street | 970 yd | |
| Co-op Food Store | Boscomoor Shopping Centre, Wolverhampton Road | 988 yd | |
| Poundstretcher | Unit 1, Linkway Retail Park, Watling Street | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longford School ASCOT DRIVE | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| St Lukes Cofe Primary School NEW PENKRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 928 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 | 33.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 51.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 51.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.