Bridgeman Street is in Walsall and in Walsall district. WS2 9NP is located in the St Matthew's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walsall South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridgeman Street, Walsall, WS2 9NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS2 9NW, WS2 9NJ, WS2 9LZ, WS2 9PG, WS2 9EF, WS2 9DX, WS2 9LU, WS2 9BT, WS2 9JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS2 9NP is primarily male, with 63.3% of the population 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 | 44.2% | 36.7% | -7.5% | 51.0% | -14.3% |
| Male | 55.8% | 63.3% | 7.5% | 49.0% | 14.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WS2 9NP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 72% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 62.3% | 72% | 9.7% | 37.9% | 34.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23% | 15.4% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -28.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5% | 2.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
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 | 45.8% | 41.1% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 38% | 40.6% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 12.2% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 16.5% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 6.3% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.5% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 18.8% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 33.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 7.1% | 4.5% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 8.7% | 2.5% | -6.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 7.3% | 6% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Other Asian | 5.9% | 0.5% | -5.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 5.5% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 4.5% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 8% | 1% | -7.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 54.9% | 64.8% | 9.9% | 81.4% | -16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.2% | 2.8% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 3% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 59.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 59.3% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -23.9% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 23.6% | 15.8% | 6.1% | 17.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 6.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 17.2% | 7.5% | -9.7% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.7% | 59.3% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -23.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.1% | 14.6% | 10.5% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 13.1% | 8.1% | 2.9% | 10.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.4% | 9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 4% | -4.7% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.5% | 76.7% | -26.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 6.5% | 1.3% | 5.2% |
| Romania | 8.5% | 0.9% | 7.6% |
| Other EU countries | 7.5% | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.5% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 28.1% | 46.2% | -18.1% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 15.1% | 6.5% | 8.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 12.6% | 6.0% | 6.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridgeman Street was 796.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 437.4% higher than the Birchills Leamore average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridgeman Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Birchills Leamore and the 9th highest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 258.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153 - 159 Bridgeman Street, Walsall, West Midlands Other, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2016-08-02 | £279,202 |
WS2 9NP 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 | 89 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Retired | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 60 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Other | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alumwell Nursery School Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP | 4out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullbrook Nursery School West Bromwich Road , WS5 4NN | 4out of 4 | 2,204 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Nursery School Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 3,712 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lane Head Nursery School High Road , WV12 4JQ | 4out of 4 | 4,015 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbank Nursery School Elmore Row , Bloxwich WS3 2HR | 4out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchills Church of England Community Academy Farringdon Street , WS2 8NF | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Walsall Blue Lane East , WS2 8HN | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Academy Croft Street , WS2 8JE | 2out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedswood E-ACT Academy Bentley Drive , WS2 8RX | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldmore Primary Academy Carless Street , WS1 3RH | 2out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsall Studio School 14a Lower Hall Lane , The Goldmine Centre WS1 1RL | 3out of 4 | 636 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Coat Church of England Academy Birmingham Street , WS1 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's High School Upper Forster Street , WS4 2AE | 4out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| West Walsall E-ACT Academy Primley Avenue , WS2 9UA | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's Grammar School Sutton Road , WS1 2PG | 4out of 4 | 1,889 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsall College Wisemore Campus , WS2 8ES | - not rated | 841 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 | 3,626 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel School Afro Caribbean Community Association , 36 Wolverhampton Road WS2 8PR | - not rated | 528 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ladder School Millennium House , 24 Lower Hall Lane WS1 1RL | - not rated | 631 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Midlands Education and Skills ST PATRICKS PRESBYTERY , BLUE LANE EAST WS2 8HN | - not rated | 720 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abu Bakr Girls School 154- 160 Wednesbury Road , Palfrey WS1 4JJ | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hydesville Tower School 25, Broadway North , Walsall WS1 2QG | - not rated | 1,558 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grantrow | 146 Bridgeman Street, Walsall | 27 yd | |
| Pimento's Bar & Grill | 26-27 Station Street, Walsall | 190 yd | |
| Premier Diner | 87 Queen Street, Walsall | 240 yd | |
| Glynwed Metal Services Ltd | Glynwed Metal Services, Upper Brook Street | 243 yd | |
| Creams Cafe Walsall | Unit 8 Waterfront, Wolverhampton Street | 264 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewers Fayre | 12 Wolverhampton Street, Walsall | 292 yd | |
| Bar 10 | 10 Wolverhampton Street, Walsall | 327 yd | |
| Red Lion | 69 Park Street, Walsall | 371 yd | |
| Bar NV | 49 Bradford Street, Walsall | 392 yd | |
| Colliseum | 17 Newport Street, Walsall | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 9 Waterfront North Leisure, Wolverhampton Street | 295 yd | |
| Chopstix Noodle Bar | Unit 2, 25 Bradford Mall | 354 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit 27 Bradford Mall, Walsall | 358 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit 12, Crown Wharf Shopping Park | 393 yd | |
| Mak Halal Walsall Ltd | 42 Bradford Street, Walsall | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Plc | Unit 2, Jerome Retail Park, Midland Road | 285 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 2-4 Bradford Mall, Walsall | 354 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 5, Crown Wharf Shopping Park | 479 yd | |
| Co-operative Retail Services Limited | 1 The Bridge, Walsall | 543 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Superstore, St Mathews Quarter George Street | 645 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| World'S Gym QUEEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 237 yd |
| Pure Gym (Walsall) BUTLERS PRECINCT | health and fitness suite | 450 yd |
| Health Land For Ladies (Closed) The Bridge | health and fitness suite | 491 yd |
| Sweat Walsall (Closed) 2-4 2-4 ST. PAULS STREET | health and fitness suite | 494 yd |
| Tehila Fitness Centre (Closed) Caldmore Road | health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
| Emmanuel School WOLVERHAMPTON ROAD | 615 yd | |
| Birchills Community Centre (Closed) Birchills Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 616 yd |
| Academy Health Club (Closed) St. Pauls Street | health and fitness suite | 621 yd |
| Walsall Gala Swimming And Fitness Centre WALSALL GALA BATHS WALSALL GALA BATHS TOWER STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 768 yd |
| Fitbods Fitness (Closed) Stafford Street | health and fitness suite | 791 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.