Windrush Road is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS11 4NW is located in the Chadsmoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windrush Road, Cannock, WS11 4NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS11 4RF, WS11 4NN, WS11 4NL, WS11 4RE, WS11 4PN, WS11 4NJ, WS11 4QZ, WS11 4RA, WS11 4NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS11 4NW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.2% | 49.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.2% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34% | 34.4% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 44% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 30.5% | 35.4% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 36.1% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 19.3% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 6.6% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 4NW this area, 33.1% 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 33.1% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 11.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 19% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 14.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.2% | 14.5% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 93.4% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.1% | 13.5% | 20.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windrush Road was 48.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.5% lower than the Chadsmoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windrush Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Chadsmoor and the 137th lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Windrush Road, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-10-24 | £208,273 |
| 2 Windrush Road, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2016-12-09 | £188,058 |
| 6 Windrush Road, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2016-05-20 | £207,105 |
| 2 Windrush Road, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2015-11-26 | £193,552 |
| 2 Windrush Road, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,275 | 2015-06-19 | £144,476 |
WS11 4NW 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorhill Primary School Pye Green Road , WS11 5RN | 2out of 4 | 752 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School Wrights Avenue , West Chadsmoor WS11 5JR | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Littleton Green Community School Colliers Way , Huntington WS12 4UD | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pye Green Academy Rosehill , Hednesford WS12 4RT | 3out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor CofE (VC) Junior School Burns Street , Chadsmoor WS11 6DR | 3out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 960 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 2,789 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolgarston High School Cannock Road , Penkridge ST19 5RX | 3out of 4 | 5,198 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Valley High School Stanley Road , WS12 4JS | 3out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,233 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,233 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anujaan Indian Restaurant And Grill | Stafford Road, Huntington | 965 yd | |
| The Littleton | The Littleton Arms, Stafford Road | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Inn | Jubilee Inn, Pye Green Road | 295 yd | |
| Belt Road Working Mens Club | Victoria Working Mens Clubs, Belt Road | 973 yd | |
| Broomhill Albion WMC | 193-195 Cemetery Road | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Festival Fish Bar | 6 Festival Court, Pye Green Road | 252 yd | |
| China Dragon | 1 Festival Court, Pye Green Road | 264 yd | |
| Broadway's Eatery | 50 Broadway | 752 yd | |
| Wingers Hednesford | Unit 5, Noble Road | 754 yd | |
| Dragon City | 50a Broadway | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Stafford Road, Huntington | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pye Green Road Stadium CANNOCK SPORTS STADIUM CANNOCK SPORTS STADIUM PYE GREEN ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 415 yd |
| Cannock Sports Stadium (Closed) Pye Green Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 443 yd |
| Moorhill Primary School (Junior Site) MOORHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL MOORHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL PYE GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Cannock Rufc Stafford Road | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Staffordshire University Academy MARSTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 859 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.