Bakers Way is in Hednesford, Cannock and in Cannock Chase district. WS12 4XZ is located in the Hednesford Green Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bakers Way, Hednesford, Cannock, WS12 4XZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS12 4XY, WS12 4XX, WS12 4AS, WS12 4AP, WS12 4AE, WS12 4AA, WS12 4FD, WS12 4AR, WS12 4AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS12 4XZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.1% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.9% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33% | 35.4% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 47.7% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 53.1% | 44.7% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 43.5% | 10.8% | 33.6% | 9.9% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 8.5% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 WS12 4XZ this area, 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 | 18.6% | 9% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 19.1% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 7.6% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 21.5% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 30.9% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.5% | 98.2% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 96.2% | 98.8% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 98.8% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bakers Way was 53.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.1% higher than the Hednesford Green Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bakers Way has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Hednesford Green Heath and the 154th lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Bakers Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-12-14 | £261,532 |
| 17 Bakers Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £232,293 | 2023-12-05 | £240,410 |
| 15 Bakers Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2023-08-14 | £247,112 |
| 15 Bakers Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-04-08 | £243,700 |
| 15 Bakers Way, Cannock, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-03-25 | £225,971 |
WS12 4XZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 573 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poppyfield Primary Academy Bishop Street , Hednesford WS12 4RY | - not rated | 294 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Primary School High Mount Street , Hednesford WS12 4BH | 3out of 4 | 307 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadsmoor Community Infants and Nursery School Kingsway , Chadsmoor WS11 6EU | 4out of 4 | 689 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pye Green Academy Rosehill , Hednesford WS12 4RT | 3out of 4 | 1,050 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hill Top , Hednesford WS12 1DE | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staffordshire University Academy Marston Road , Hednesford WS12 4JH | 1out of 4 | 716 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 2,317 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 4,868 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 | 396 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 2,610 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,568 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,568 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 4,082 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Cafe | 105-107 Market Street | 409 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 446 yd | |
| Tesco Customer Cafe | Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 446 yd | |
| Burgerville | Unit 28, The Lightworks, 75-79 Market Street | 495 yd | |
| Jaipur Hednesford | 68-70 Market Street | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedgeford Lodge | Anglesey Street | 382 yd | |
| Bridge Inn | The Bridge Inn, 387 Cannock Road | 441 yd | |
| Heddin's Ford | 69 Market Street | 529 yd | |
| The Hen House | The Hen House, 10 Eskrett Street | 553 yd | |
| Greenheath Progressive WMC | Greenheath Working Mens Club, 21 Blewitt Street | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 103 Market Street | 419 yd | |
| Food Paradise | 76 Market Street | 522 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 60 Market Street | 562 yd | |
| Uxbridge Cantonese | 9a Market Street | 691 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit 1, Chase Gateway, Victoria Street | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 446 yd | |
| B & M | Unit 4, Victoria Shopping Park, Victoria Street | 448 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 6 To 7, Chase Gateway, Victoria Street | 704 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Hednesford Cannock) VICTORIA SHOPPING PARK VICTORIA SHOPPING PARK VICTORIA STREET | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Hednesford Valley High School STANLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Active Images Health Club (Closed) Cardigan Place | health and fitness suite | 615 yd |
| Hednesford Park VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Staffordshire University Academy MARSTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 827 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 | 63.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.