Almond Close is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS11 7WE is located in the Hawks Green with Rumer Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Almond Close, Cannock, WS11 7WE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS11 7WG, WS11 7WH, WS11 7FL, WS11 7WD, WS11 7WQ, WS11 7WN, WS11 7WL, WS11 7FN, WS11 7GQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS11 7WE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 53.6% | 47.2% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 46.4% | 52.8% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WS11 7WE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% 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 | 40.6% | 43.3% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 45% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.1% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.6% | 48.2% | -16.4% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 38% | 10.4% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 11.3% | 5.5% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -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.
In the area around WS11 7WE this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 8.9% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 28.1% | 22% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 8.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.1% | 28.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 11.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 23.3% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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% | 95.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 95.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Almond Close was 59.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% higher than the Hawks Green with Rumer Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Almond Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Hawks Green with Rumer Hill and the 147th highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Almond Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-11-08 | £90,462 |
| 16 Almond Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-10-19 | £97,707 |
| 1 Almond Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-03-10 | £204,829 |
| 19 Almond Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-11-04 | £204,829 |
| 2 Almond Close, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-10-21 | £222,655 |
WS11 7WE 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 | 116 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,521 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsemoor Primary School Gorsemoor School, Gorsemoor Road , Heath Hayes WS12 3TG | 2out of 4 | 990 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Ways Primary School Langholm Drive , Heath Hayes WS12 2EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor CofE (VC) Junior School Burns Street , Chadsmoor WS11 6DR | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor Community Infants and Nursery School Kingsway , Chadsmoor WS11 6EU | 4out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 944 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,594 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,996 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,507 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,507 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 3,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panshi Restaurant | 5-6 Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 349 yd | |
| Cherished Community Cafe | Hayes Green Community Centre, 11 Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 368 yd | |
| Olive Grove | Cross Keys Inn, 42 Hill Street | 688 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Hemlock Way | 701 yd | |
| Snack Shack | Unit 7, Plot 1, Hyssop Close | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winding Wheel | Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 368 yd | |
| Cross Keys Hotel | Cross Keys Hotel, Hill Street | 688 yd | |
| Newhall Farm Inn | Newhall Farm Inn, Lichfield Road | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Fryer Paul & Brads | 1 Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 368 yd | |
| Trocadero Fish Bar | 1 Sharon Way | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Heath Way | 348 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keys Park KEYS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Cannock) EAST CANNOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 866 yd |
| Gorsemoor Primary School GORSEMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Five Ways Primary School LANGHOLM DRIVE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Tazzs Gym (Closed) Unit 42 Unit 42 Martindale | health and fitness suite | 918 yd |
| Kingsmead School KINGS AVENUE | grass pitches | 943 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 | 84.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| 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 | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.