Barnard Way is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS11 6XJ is located in the Cannock Park & Old Fallow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnard Way, Cannock, WS11 6XJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS11 6NB, WS11 6NF, WS11 6XE, WS11 6NG, WS11 6ND, WS11 6NA, WS11 6NH, WS11 6XG, WS11 6XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS11 6XJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.9% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50% | 48.1% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 6XJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 22.6% | 26.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 54% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9.4% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 8.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 36.4% | 31.9% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -16.5% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 39.7% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 16.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 6.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
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 6XJ this area, 29.3% 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 29.3% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 15% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.4% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16.5% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 16.5% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.2% | 94.4% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 95.5% | 98.1% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 95.2% | 97.8% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnard Way was 53.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.2% lower than the Cannock Longford & Bridgtown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barnard Way has the 21st lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Cannock Longford & Bridgtown and the 156th lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Barnard Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-09-27 | £216,505 |
| 45 Barnard Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2023-09-21 | £225,436 |
| 2 Barnard Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-07-31 | £241,133 |
| 30 Barnard Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-09-30 | £187,420 |
| 27 Barnard Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2022-05-12 | £209,044 |
WS11 6XJ 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 6XJ 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 | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 1,921 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 | 630 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School Wrights Avenue , West Chadsmoor WS11 5JR | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorhill Primary School Pye Green Road , WS11 5RN | 2out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor Community Infants and Nursery School Kingsway , Chadsmoor WS11 6EU | 4out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Hunter Road , WS11 0AE | 3out of 4 | 1,637 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 | 429 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 1,854 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 1,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 3,704 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 | 866 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hednesford Valley High School Stanley Road , WS12 4JS | 3out of 4 | 1,719 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 2,185 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serene Indian Cuisine | 2 Old Fallow Road | 505 yd | |
| The Little Flower Shack & Family | 148 Cannock Road | 539 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Hemlock Way | 721 yd | |
| Snack Shack | Unit 7, Plot 1, Hyssop Close | 730 yd | |
| Sanam Balti House | 193 Cannock Road | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Working Mens Club | Welcome Working Mens Club, Heath Gap Road | 233 yd | |
| Burns Street Inn | 18 Burns Street | 636 yd | |
| The 'Duck' | 264 Cannock Road | 908 yd | |
| Broomhill Albion WMC | 193-195 Cemetery Road | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monmo's Peri Peri Chicken Grill | 114a Cannock Road | 490 yd | |
| Bakeaway | 195 Cannock Road | 740 yd | |
| Blossom Court | 241 Cannock Road | 835 yd | |
| Timmys | 243 Cannock Road | 843 yd | |
| Chadsmoor Fish Bar | 252 Cannock Road | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 83 Cannock Road | 455 yd | |
| Heron Foods | The Pied Piper, 114 Pye Green Road | 907 yd | |
| B & M | Unit 2, The Chase Centre, Church Street | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tazzs Gym (Closed) Unit 42 Unit 42 Martindale | health and fitness suite | 460 yd |
| Cannock Chase High School HEDNESFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 492 yd |
| Old Fallow Road OLD FALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Chadsmoor Junior School BURNS STREET | grass pitches | 630 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Cannock) EAST CANNOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 804 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 | 29.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.