The Firs is in Rugeley and in Cannock Chase district. WS15 4SJ is located in the Hednesford Hills & Rawnsley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cannock Chase. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Firs, Rugeley, WS15 4SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS15 4RE, WS15 4RB, WS15 4RJ, WS15 4RG, WS15 4RQ, WS15 4RF, WS15 4RH, WS15 4RL, WS15 4RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS15 4SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.8% | 50% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 28% | 36.3% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 40.3% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 12.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 8.9% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 49.4% | 43.6% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 29.3% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 17.1% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 8.6% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 27.2% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.4% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 13.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 11.2% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 16% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 9.3% | 4% | -5.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Firs was 23.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.8% lower than the Heath Hayes & Wimblebury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Firs has the 6th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Heath Hayes & Wimblebury and the 51st lowest crime rate of 318 local areas in Cannock Chase .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Firs, Rugeley, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-03-26 | £299,342 |
| 5 The Firs, Rugeley, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-07-10 | £315,000 |
| 1 The Firs, Rugeley, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2017-07-19 | £471,539 |
| 6 The Firs, Rugeley, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2014-03-25 | £489,340 |
| 3 The Firs, Rugeley, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2013-07-19 | £361,807 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hednesford Nursery School Eskrett Street , Hednesford WS12 1AR | 3out of 4 | 5,179 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gentleshaw Primary Academy Darlings Lane , Gentleshaw WS15 4LY | 1out of 4 | 579 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boney Hay Primary Academy Chorley Road , WS7 2PF | 3out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Grove Primary School Holly Grove Lane , Chase Terrace WS7 1LU | 2out of 4 | 2,688 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Slade Primary Academy Cannock Wood Street , Hazel Slade WS12 0PN | 3out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Terrace Primary School Rugeley Road , Chase Terrace WS7 1AH | 3out of 4 | 3,265 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Terrace Academy Bridge Cross Road , Chase Terrace WS7 2DB | 3out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 4,591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 4,821 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Erasmus Darwin Academy Pool Road , WS7 3QW | 3out of 4 | 5,069 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longdon Hall School Longdon Hall School , Longdon Green WS15 4PT | - not rated | 4,152 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chasetown Community School Church Street , Chasetown WS7 3QL | 3out of 4 | 4,812 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaudesert Outdoor Activity Centre | Beaudesert Park | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Gate Inn | Park Gate Inn, 58 Park Gate Road | 399 yd | |
| Ye Olde Windmill | Windmill Lane, Gentleshaw | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beaudesert Sports Field And Recreation Ground BUDS ROAD | grass pitches | 252 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.