Quinton Avenue is in Walsall and in South Staffordshire district. WS6 6LN is located in the Great Wyrley Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quinton Avenue, Walsall, WS6 6LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS6 6LW, WS6 6LL, WS6 6LX, WS6 7DF, WS6 6PZ, WS6 6LP, WS6 6LU, WS6 7DG, WS6 7DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS6 6LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.5% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 WS6 6LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 27.5% | 24.3% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 61.6% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 48.5% | 45.6% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 35.9% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 12.8% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 21.9% | 23% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 17.5% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 8.9% | -13.8% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 8.2% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 17.1% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 23.3% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 99.7% | 98% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 98% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quinton Avenue was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.9% higher than the Cheslyn Hay Village average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quinton Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Cheslyn Hay Village and the 149th highest crime rate of 355 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 135 Quinton Avenue, Walsall, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £269,000 | 2025-03-14 | £274,334 |
| 107 Quinton Avenue, Walsall, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-01-28 | £262,430 |
| 97 Quinton Avenue, Walsall, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £153,333 | 2022-12-16 | £160,309 |
| 115 Quinton Avenue, Walsall, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-09-03 | £258,894 |
| 133 Quinton Avenue, Walsall, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2021-03-26 | £249,000 |
WS6 6LN 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannock Nursery School Hunter Road , WS11 3AE | - not rated | 2,572 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase Children's Centre Cannock Road , WS11 5BU | - not rated | 3,856 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields Nursery School Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LU | 3out of 4 | 5,149 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moat Hall Primary School John's Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6BX | - not rated | 172 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Hall Primary Academy John's Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6BX | - not rated | 172 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenthorne Community Primary School Glenthorne Drive , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Huthill Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6PG | - not rated | 689 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Huthill Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6PG | 3out of 4 | 689 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wyrley High School Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | - not rated | 349 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 3out of 4 | 349 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Sport and Community High School Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | - not rated | 1,623 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,623 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 3,711 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannock Chase Technical College The Green , WS11 1UE | - not rated | 3,330 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Oaks College Longford Road , WS11 0LG | - not rated | 2,191 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon School Cannock Venture House , 12 Prospect Park WS11 0LG | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 2out of 4 | 2,535 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea PRU Avon Road , WS11 1LH | - not rated | 2,566 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,608 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Lodge | 37 - 39 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 688 yd | |
| CLOSED-The White Horse | Mount Pleasant, Cheslyn Hay | 741 yd | |
| Baked @ No 3 | Unit 15, 80 Wardles Lane | 741 yd | |
| Quinton Balti | 27A Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 833 yd | |
| The Miraj | 39 Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde Wyrley Hall | Olde Hall Lane, Great Wyrley | 121 yd | |
| New Inns | 124 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 520 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 8 Norton Lane, Great Wyrley | 626 yd | |
| The Star Inn Public House | The Star Inn, 224 Walsall Road | 688 yd | |
| Cheslyn Hay Community & Sports Club | 26 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Wok | 187 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 485 yd | |
| Bite Sandwich Bar | 179B Walsall Road, Great Wyrley | 595 yd | |
| Wardles Lane Fish Bar | 9 Quinton Court Shopping Centre, Wardles Lane | 741 yd | |
| Hong Kong Takeaway | Quinton Court Shopping Centre, Wardles Lane | 741 yd | |
| Cheslyn Hay Fish Bar | 1 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 833 yd | |
| Co-operative | Landywood Lane, Cheslyn Hay | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Wyrley Academy GREAT WYRLEY PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL GREAT WYRLEY PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL HALL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 261 yd |
| Great Wyrley Table Tennis Club Norton Lane | 584 yd | |
| Saint Thomas More Primary School HUTHILL LANE | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Hawkins Sports Club COPPICE LANE | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Salem Methodist Church HIGH STREET | 940 yd | |
| Pride Park HAZEL LANE | grass pitches | 953 yd |
| Great Wyrley Football Club (Closed) Hazel Lane | grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Cheslyn Hay Recreation Ground ROSEMARY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,027 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 | 32.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.