Cross Street is in Pelsall, Walsall and in Walsall district. WS3 4BZ is located in the Pelsall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldridge-Brownhills. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cross Street, Pelsall, Walsall, WS3 4BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS3 4BY, WS3 4BX, WS3 4DD, WS3 4DF, WS3 4BU, WS3 4BT, WS3 4LF, WS3 4BS, WS3 4DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS3 4BZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 46.5% | 48.2% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 53.5% | 51.8% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 WS3 4BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 27.2% | 27.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 51.9% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 33.5% | 37% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 40% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 15.5% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 6.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 WS3 4BZ this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 28.6% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 5.6% | -11.3% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 14.5% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.7% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 21.6% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 90.2% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 99% | 96.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Street was 24.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.2% lower than the Pelsall average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cross Street has the 13th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Pelsall and the 113th lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Cross Street, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-03-10 | £264,253 |
| 8 Cross Street, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £197,250 | 2022-11-18 | £202,793 |
| 7 Cross Street, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-06-05 | £192,066 |
| 6 Cross Street, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2016-03-31 | £196,179 |
| 1 Cross Street, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2007-10-02 | £63,505 |
WS3 4BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Nursery School Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields Nursery School Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LU | 4out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbank Nursery School Elmore Row , Bloxwich WS3 2HR | 4out of 4 | 2,900 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ogley Hay Nursery School Brickiln Street , Brownhills WS8 6AU | 4out of 4 | 4,333 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alumwell Nursery School Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP | 4out of 4 | 5,117 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England C Primary School Maple Road , Pelsall WS3 4JJ | 4out of 4 | 644 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushall Primary School Pelsall Lane , Rushall WS4 1NQ | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Coalheath Lane , Shelfield WS4 1PL | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School Mill Road , Shelfield WS4 1RH | 3out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivers Primary Academy Livingstone Road , Blakenall WS3 1LY | 3out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy Broad Way , High Heath WS4 1BW | 2out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walsall Academy Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LX | 3out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's High School Upper Forster Street , WS4 2AE | 4out of 4 | 3,662 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Shire Oak Academy Lichfield Road , Walsall Wood WS9 9PA | 2out of 4 | 3,933 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldridge School - A Science College Tynings Lane , Aldridge WS9 0BG | 3out of 4 | 4,104 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,847 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 | 3,745 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Leaf Centre Pelsall Lane , WS4 1NG | - not rated | 501 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmwood School King George Crescent , Rushall WS4 1EG | 2out of 4 | 1,835 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Academy Odell Road , Leamore WS3 2ED | 3out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abu Bakr Boys School Kent Street , WS2 7AN | - not rated | 2,850 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Castle School Odell Road , Leamore WS3 2ED | 4out of 4 | 2,918 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club | Walsall Road, Pelsall | 372 yd | |
| The Railway Inn | 10 Victoria Road, Pelsall | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hing's Welcome | 28A Allens Lane, Pelsall | 180 yd | |
| Furama Chinese Takeaway | 52 Spring Lane, High Heath | 861 yd | |
| Spring Lane Fish Bar | 56 Spring Lane, High Heath | 861 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bush Ground (Pelsall Villa Fc) BUSH GROVE | grass pitches | 248 yd |
| Pelsall Cricket And Sports Club Walsall Road | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| Rushall Primary School PELSALL LANE | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| Fordbrook EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PELSALL LANE | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Pelsall Common VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Rushall Cricket Club PELSALL LANE | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Pelsall Village Common Oaklands Way | tennis courts | 1,058 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 | 88.9% |
| 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 | 415.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.