Overdale Drive is in Walsall and in Walsall district. WS2 0NQ is located in the Willenhall South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walsall North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Overdale Drive, Walsall, WS2 0NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS2 0NA, WS2 0NH, WS2 0NF, WS2 0NB, WS2 0NG, WS2 0NS, WV12 4DG, WS2 0NL, WS2 0NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS2 0NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.3% | -3.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.7% | 3.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 WS2 0NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.2% 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 | 30.7% | 28.5% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 53.2% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 8.1% | 3.9% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 34.2% | 37.7% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 43.6% | 40.1% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 17.3% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.2% | 26.2% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 16.4% | 5.1% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 11.7% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 18.5% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 15.4% | -1.4% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 11.7% | 17.5% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 14.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 76.9% | 68.4% | -8.5% | 81.4% | -13.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 5.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, 80.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 80.7% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.8% | 15.5% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 80.5% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.1% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 1.2% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| Italy | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.6% | 37.2% | -14.6% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 22.9% | 0.9% | 22.0% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Overdale Drive was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% lower than the Bentley and Darlaston North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Overdale Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Bentley and Darlaston North and the 218th lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Overdale Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £9,950 | 2023-12-15 | £10,028 |
| 8 Overdale Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2023-07-18 | £203,723 |
| 7 Overdale Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2022-06-30 | £169,251 |
| 7 Overdale Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £8,550 | 2021-06-30 | £9,252 |
| 36 Overdale Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2020-11-16 | £151,170 |
WS2 0NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 55 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Head Nursery School High Road , WV12 4JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alumwell Nursery School Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP | 4out of 4 | 2,375 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashmore Park Nursery School Griffiths Drive , Ashmore Park Estate WV11 2LH | 4out of 4 | 3,076 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley View Nursery School 149 Dangerfield Lane , WS10 7RU | 4out of 4 | 3,569 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbank Nursery School Elmore Row , Bloxwich WS3 2HR | 4out of 4 | 3,748 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcroft Primary School Barcroft , WV13 1NA | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley West Primary School Additionally Resourced for Hearing Impaired Monmouth Road , Bentley WS2 0EQ | 2out of 4 | 731 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Short Heath Junior School Pennine Way , WV12 4DS | 3out of 4 | 741 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale Church of England C Infant School Stroud Avenue , Short Heath WV12 4EG | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lodge Farm Primary School Willenhall School Sports College Campus , Furzebank Way WV12 4BU | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willenhall E-ACT Academy Furzebank Way , WV12 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pool Hayes Academy Castle Drive , WV12 4QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Walsall E-ACT Academy Primley Avenue , WS2 9UA | 3out of 4 | 2,429 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School, Willenhall Darlaston Lane , WV14 7BL | 3out of 4 | 2,544 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Performing Arts School Ecclestone Road , WV11 2QE | 2out of 4 | 2,630 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsall College Wisemore Campus , WS2 8ES | - not rated | 4,136 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloxwich Academy Leamore Lane , Bloxwich WS2 7NR | 2out of 4 | 2,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Leaf Centre Stroud Avenue , Willenhall WV12 4EG | 1out of 4 | 730 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepwell Centre A Short Stay School (PRU-Medical) Bilston Lane , WV13 2QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Hall School Bentley Lane , WS2 7LU | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Jane Lane School, A College for Cognition & Learning Churchill Road , Bentley WS2 0JH | 1out of 4 | 1,635 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Jane Lane School, A College for Cognition & Learning Churchill Road , Bentley WS2 0JH | - not rated | 1,636 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pit Stop Diner | 28A Charles Street, Willenhall | 456 yd | |
| Renzo's Desserts Ltd | 304 Brackendale Shopping Centre, Stroud Avenue | 701 yd | |
| Jo's Cafe | 146C Walsall Road, Willenhall | 874 yd | |
| Ros' Corner Cafe | Unit 15, Victoria Buildings | 1,046 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 45 High Road, Willenhall | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keymaster | The keymaster, Wolverhampton Road West | 584 yd | |
| Jubilee House (Pub) | Entrance off Sandbeds Road, Spring Lane | 689 yd | |
| The Homestead | Homestead, Stroud Avenue, Willenhall | 736 yd | |
| The Old Oak | 150 Walsall Road, Willenhall | 874 yd | |
| Three Tuns | 8 Walsall Road, Willenhall | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Pizza & Kebab House | 2 Farmbridge Close, Bentley | 339 yd | |
| Hungry Bite | -, 2 Farmbridge Close | 339 yd | |
| Clarkies Fish Bar | 112 Clarkes Lane, Willenhall | 438 yd | |
| Double Luck | (DL 2019 Ltd), 28 Charles Street | 488 yd | |
| Chip Pan | 133 Walsall Road, Willenhall | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maha Shiv Shakti Fruit and Veg | 3 Fletchers Lane, Willenhall | 837 yd | |
| Tesco | 23 High Road, Willenhall | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bentley West Playing Field FAVERSHAM CLOSE | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| Willenhall E-Act Academy FURZEBANK WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,077 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.