Kensington Place is in Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS12 3XU is located in the Heath Hayes & Wimblebury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kensington Place, Cannock, WS12 3XU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS12 3YQ, WS12 3TQ, WS12 3XX, WS12 3YG, WS12 3XT, WS12 3YJ, WS12 3YA, WS12 3XY, WS12 3YH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS12 3XU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 54.4% | 49.9% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 45.6% | 50.1% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 | 24.7% | 24% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 48.4% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 11% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 16.1% | 13.1% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 | 36% | 44.9% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 36.2% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 8.5% | -8.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 9% | 5% | -4.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 5.5% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 26.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.2% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 21.4% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kensington Place was 50.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.7% higher than the Hawks Green with Rumer Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kensington Place has the 16th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Hawks Green with Rumer Hill and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 84.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Kensington Place, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-04-08 | £232,622 |
| 8 Kensington Place, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-02-04 | £361,874 |
| 16 Kensington Place, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-05-14 | £245,597 |
| 10 Kensington Place, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-01-22 | £394,812 |
| 5 Kensington Place, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2020-12-16 | £361,337 |
WS12 3XU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorsemoor Primary School Gorsemoor School, Gorsemoor Road , Heath Hayes WS12 3TG | 2out of 4 | 609 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Five Ways Primary School Langholm Drive , Heath Hayes WS12 2EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heath Hayes Primary Academy Wimblebury Road , Heath Hayes WS12 2EP | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,836 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor CofE (VC) Junior School Burns Street , Chadsmoor WS11 6DR | 3out of 4 | 2,030 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 1,772 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 2,561 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,981 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 3,037 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 2,480 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peak Education - Cannock Longford Road , Cannock WS11 0LD | - not rated | 2,859 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hednesford Valley High School Stanley Road , WS12 4JS | 3out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherished Community Cafe | Hayes Green Community Centre, 11 Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 581 yd | |
| Panshi Restaurant | 5-6 Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newhall Farm Inn | Newhall Farm Inn, Lichfield Road | 352 yd | |
| Winding Wheel | Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 581 yd | |
| Heath Hayes Constitutional Club | Heath Hayes Constitutional Club, Hednesford Road | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Fryer Paul & Brads | 1 Hawks Green District Centre, Heath Way | 581 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Heath Way | 589 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Poplars Golf Centre (Closed) Newlands Lane | golf | 510 yd |
| Gorsemoor Primary School GORSEMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Five Ways Primary School LANGHOLM DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,022 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.