Arran Close is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS11 6DG 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 Arran Close, Cannock, WS11 6DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS11 6NQ, WS11 6DP, WS11 6DQ, WS11 6ED, WS11 6EB, WS11 6LX, WS11 6LY, WS11 6EE, WS11 6LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS11 6DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.8% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.2% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WS11 6DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 44.8% | 43.7% | -1.1% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 35.1% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 38.4% | 45.5% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 38.9% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 11.1% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 24% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 17.9% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.4% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 20.5% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 15.3% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 96.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 95.9% | 93.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.6% | 76.7% | -12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arran Close was 94.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.3% higher than the Chadsmoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arran Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Chadsmoor and the 83rd highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Arran Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2024-07-19 | £97,699 |
| 8 Arran Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-01-27 | £98,000 |
| 13 Arran Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2022-10-28 | £82,081 |
| 5 Arran Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £66,500 | 2018-06-15 | £87,009 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,466 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chadsmoor CofE (VC) Junior School Burns Street , Chadsmoor WS11 6DR | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor Community Infants and Nursery School Kingsway , Chadsmoor WS11 6EU | 4out of 4 | 787 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School Wrights Avenue , West Chadsmoor WS11 5JR | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorhill Primary School Pye Green Road , WS11 5RN | 2out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppyfield Primary Academy Bishop Street , Hednesford WS12 4RY | - not rated | 1,283 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 885 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,545 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 1,548 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 4,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hednesford Valley High School Stanley Road , WS12 4JS | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,114 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,114 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 2,647 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bun It | 3 Ashworth House, Cannock Road | 394 yd | |
| The Gurkhas Dine | 1 Ashworth House, Cannock Road | 394 yd | |
| The Little Flower Shack & Family | 148 Cannock Road | 398 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 197 Cannock Road | 403 yd | |
| Sanam Balti House | 193 Cannock Road | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burns Street Inn | 18 Burns Street | 296 yd | |
| Welcome Working Mens Club | Welcome Working Mens Club, Heath Gap Road | 411 yd | |
| The 'Duck' | 264 Cannock Road | 489 yd | |
| The Nest | The Nest, 4 John Street | 678 yd | |
| Bridge Inn | The Bridge Inn, 387 Cannock Road | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakeaway | 195 Cannock Road | 401 yd | |
| Blossom Court | 241 Cannock Road | 447 yd | |
| Timmys | 243 Cannock Road | 452 yd | |
| Chadsmoor Fish Bar | 252 Cannock Road | 453 yd | |
| Monmo's Peri Peri Chicken Grill | 114a Cannock Road | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 83 Cannock Road | 518 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chadsmoor Junior School BURNS STREET | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Cannock) EAST CANNOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 425 yd |
| Tazzs Gym (Closed) Unit 42 Unit 42 Martindale | health and fitness suite | 559 yd |
| Old Fallow Road OLD FALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Cannock Chase High School HEDNESFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 931 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 | 64.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.