Church Hill is in Hednesford, Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS12 1BQ is located in the Hednesford Hills & Rawnsley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Hill, Hednesford, Cannock, WS12 1BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS12 1BL, WS12 1BJ, WS12 1BS, WS12 1BN, WS12 1BH, WS12 1BD, WS12 1BE, WS12 1BG, WS12 1BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS12 1BQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 49.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 27.6% | 31.2% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 40.9% | -10.3% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 12.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 45.7% | 40.7% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 29% | 37.6% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 14.9% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 5.6% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.9% | 23.1% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 11.4% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 16.6% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 13.3% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 25.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 98.2% | 96.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Hill was 24.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% lower than the Hawks Green with Rumer Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Hill has the 11th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Hawks Green with Rumer Hill and the 54th lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Church Hill, Cannock, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-01-27 | £146,002 |
| 140 Church Hill, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-01-25 | £98,991 |
| 184 Church Hill, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-11-23 | £233,240 |
| 176 Church Hill, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2020-11-20 | £235,208 |
| 174 Church Hill, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-07-24 | £260,352 |
WS12 1BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 WS12 1BQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase Children's Centre Cannock Road , WS11 5BU | - not rated | 2,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Nursery School Hunter Road , WS11 3AE | - not rated | 3,668 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Primary Academy Reservoir Road , Hednesford WS12 1BE | 3out of 4 | 156 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE (C) Primary School Reservoir Road , Hednesford WS12 1BE | - not rated | 156 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | - not rated | 502 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | 3out of 4 | 502 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppyfield Primary Academy Bishop Street , Hednesford WS12 4RY | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | - not rated | 380 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 3out of 4 | 380 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blake Valley Technology College Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | - not rated | 1,991 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 3out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 2,646 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boney Hay Middle School Chorley Road , WS7 8PF | - not rated | 5,120 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Terrace Middle School Rugeley Road , Chase Terrace WS7 8AJ | - not rated | 5,128 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannock Chase Technical College The Green , WS11 1UE | - not rated | 3,398 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,629 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 3,087 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | - not rated | 3,087 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,711 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,711 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice of Hednesford | 13 Market Street | 542 yd | |
| The Indian Smokehouse / Peri Peri Pizza | 35 Market Street | 582 yd | |
| Press Books and Coffee | 42 Market Street | 621 yd | |
| India Red | 44 Market Street | 630 yd | |
| Olive Grove | Cross Keys Inn, 42 Hill Street | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Hill Victoria WMC | 116 Church Hill | 134 yd | |
| Plough & Harrow | Plough And Harrow, Uxbridge Street | 364 yd | |
| Dulcie's Bar | 1 Market Street | 576 yd | |
| Kraftt Lounge Bar | 33 Market Street | 582 yd | |
| The Hen House | The Hen House, 10 Eskrett Street | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumbo House | 2 Uxbridge Street | 463 yd | |
| Uxbridge Cantonese | 9a Market Street | 516 yd | |
| Trocadero Fish Bar | 1 Sharon Way | 588 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit 1, Chase Gateway, Victoria Street | 599 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 60 Market Street | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit 6 To 7, Chase Gateway, Victoria Street | 599 yd | |
| Tesco | Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 758 yd | |
| B & M | Unit 4, Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 895 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsmead School KINGS AVENUE | grass pitches | 377 yd |
| Active Images Health Club (Closed) Cardigan Place | health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Hednesford Park VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 857 yd |
| Pure Gym (Hednesford Cannock) VICTORIA SHOPPING PARK VICTORIA SHOPPING PARK VICTORIA STREET | health and fitness suite | 908 yd |
| Keys Park KEYS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Arthur Street Playing Fields (Closed) Arthur Street | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 67.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 67.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 67.9% |
| 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 | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.