Grange Lane is in Lichfield and in Lichfield district. WS13 8HU is located in the Longdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lichfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grange Lane, Lichfield, WS13 8HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS13 8HU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 50.2% | 47.5% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 52.5% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 WS13 8HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 25.8% | 32.1% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 51.2% | -11.4% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 9.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 55.7% | 46% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 31% | 36.4% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 15.9% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 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 WS13 8HU this area, 9.3% 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 | 16% | 9.3% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 9.9% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 14.8% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 21% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 35.2% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 1.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 93.1% | 94.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 94.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 1.1% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grange Lane was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.1% lower than the Alrewas & Fradley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Grange Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Alrewas & Fradley and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 342 local areas in Lichfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose House Grange Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,125,000 | 2023-09-01 | £1,260,556 |
| Lea Grange Grange Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire Other, an established residential building | £1,235,000 | 2022-04-22 | £1,343,895 |
| Lea Croft Grange Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2016-08-17 | £890,717 |
| The Old Granary Grange Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2012-04-20 | £1,123,889 |
| Lea Croft Grange Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £462,000 | 2011-08-17 | £862,189 |
WS13 8HU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 24% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Retired | 45 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chadsmead Primary Academy Friday Acre , WS13 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Primary School Willows Primary School , Off Weston Road WS13 7NU | 4out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School Dimbles Hill , WS13 7NH | 3out of 4 | 1,795 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnwood Primary Academy Purcell Avenue , WS13 7PH | 3out of 4 | 2,104 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE (C) Primary School Christ Church Lane , WS13 8AY | 3out of 4 | 2,260 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Friary School Eastern Avenue , WS13 7EW | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Stowe School St Chad's Road , WS13 7NB | 2out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI School Upper St John Street , WS14 9EE | 3out of 4 | 3,393 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocklands School Purcell Avenue , WS13 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Hayes Hall School Abnalls Lane , WS13 8BL | - not rated | 1,959 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lichfield Cathedral School The Palace , The Close WS13 7LH | - not rated | 2,067 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Short Stay School Wissage Road , WS13 6SW | 3out of 4 | 2,493 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Croft High School Birmingham Road , WS13 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,988 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lichfield Pantry | The Plant Plot, Stafford Road | 506 yd | |
| Baba's Cook & Bakehouse | The Plant Plot, Stafford Road | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hedgehog | Stafford Road, Lichfield | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamworth Co-operative Society Ltd | 75A Marks Walk, Lichfield | 847 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Friary Grange Leisure Centre EASTERN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 522 yd |
| The Friary School EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Lichfield Hockey & Cricket Club EASTERN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 732 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
| Median download speed | 28.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 51.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 51.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.53 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.