Edinburgh Drive is in Walsall and in Walsall district. WS4 1HW is located in the Rushall-Shelfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldridge-Brownhills. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edinburgh Drive, Walsall, WS4 1HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS4 1QT, WS4 1QS, WS4 1QX, WS4 1HN, WS4 1HP, WS4 1QY, WS4 1HX, WS4 1RB, WS4 1HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS4 1HW is primarily male, with 55.2% 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 | 46.4% | 44.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -6.2% |
| Male | 53.6% | 55.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 6.2% |
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 WS4 1HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% 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 | 22.5% | 25.2% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 57.3% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 10.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 37.4% | 36.7% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 44.2% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 10.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 15.8% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 WS4 1HW this area, 31.2% 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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 31.2% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.1% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 10.7% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.2% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 20.1% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.7% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 4.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 88% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 97.5% | 91.7% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 5.8% | 4.0% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 92.4% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edinburgh Drive was 14.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.2% lower than the Aldridge Central and South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Edinburgh Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Aldridge Central and South and the 41st lowest crime rate of 824 local areas in Walsall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Edinburgh Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-05-07 | £300,567 |
| 7 Edinburgh Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2018-12-19 | £158,946 |
| 5 Edinburgh Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2018-11-05 | £281,742 |
| 1 Edinburgh Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £203,500 | 2017-04-13 | £311,563 |
| 10 Edinburgh Drive, Walsall, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2016-11-03 | £246,130 |
WS4 1HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WS4 1HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Nursery School Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 3,301 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields Nursery School Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LU | 4out of 4 | 4,223 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbank Nursery School Elmore Row , Bloxwich WS3 2HR | 4out of 4 | 4,551 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ogley Hay Nursery School Brickiln Street , Brownhills WS8 6AU | 4out of 4 | 4,671 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alumwell Nursery School Primley Avenue , WS2 9UP | 4out of 4 | 5,425 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radleys Primary School Kings Road , Rushall WS4 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 259 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Coalheath Lane , Shelfield WS4 1PL | 3out of 4 | 941 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School Mill Road , Shelfield WS4 1RH | 3out of 4 | 1,093 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushall Primary School Pelsall Lane , Rushall WS4 1NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leighswood School Broadmeadow , Aldridge WS9 8HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,111 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,764 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldridge School - A Science College Tynings Lane , Aldridge WS9 0BG | 3out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic College Erdington Road , Aldridge WS9 0RN | 3out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's High School Upper Forster Street , WS4 2AE | 4out of 4 | 3,227 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Shire Oak Academy Lichfield Road , Walsall Wood WS9 9PA | 2out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsall College Wisemore Campus , WS2 8ES | - not rated | 3,627 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 | 5,133 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood School King George Crescent , Rushall WS4 1EG | 2out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Leaf Centre Pelsall Lane , WS4 1NG | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Druids Walk , Walsall Wood WS9 9JS | 4out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hydesville Tower School 25, Broadway North , Walsall WS1 2QG | - not rated | 3,142 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abu Bakr Boys School Kent Street , WS2 7AN | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamins Kitchen | 5 Queens Road, Rushall | 507 yd | |
| Anchorbrook Cafe & Deli | Westgate, Aldridge | 687 yd | |
| Pit Stop Cafe and Cakes Ltd | Unit 1, Walkfern Building, Middlemore Lane West | 816 yd | |
| Royal Oak Indian Cuisine Bar/Lounge | (Rushall Fort Ltd), Royal Oak Public House | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Boy | Barns Lane, Rushall | 456 yd | |
| Aldridge Sailing Club | Barns Lane, Rushall | 693 yd | |
| The Boathouse Rushall | (Banana Brewery Ltd), The Boathouse | 1,016 yd | |
| Manor Arms | Park Road, Rushall | 1,067 yd | |
| Rushall Labour Club | Liberty House, Lichfield Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Fish Bar | 7 Queens Road, Rushall | 403 yd | |
| Three Spices | 5 Queens Road, Rushall | 403 yd | |
| Rushall House Chinese | 181 Daw End Lane, Rushall | 998 yd | |
| Subway, Heath Service Station | 141 Lichfield Road, Shelfield | 1,024 yd | |
| Shelfield Fish Bar | 77 Lichfield Road, Shelfield | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rushall Playing Field LONGCROFT | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Shelfield Playing Field WILLOWSIDE | grass pitches | 804 yd |
| Rushall Olympic Fc (Dales Lane) RUSHALL OLYMPIC FOOTBALL CLUB RUSHALL OLYMPIC FOOTBALL CLUB DAW END | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 138.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.