Glenthorne Drive is in Walsall and in South Staffordshire district. WS6 7BZ is located in the Cheslyn Hay Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glenthorne Drive, Walsall, WS6 7BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS6 7DE, WS6 7BX, WS6 7BY, WS6 7BL, WS6 7BH, WS6 7DA, WS6 7FE, WS6 7BT, WS6 7DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS6 7BZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 53.5% | 6.4% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 52.9% | 46.5% | -6.4% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 7BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 19.5% | 22.9% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 51.7% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 16.4% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
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 | 34.6% | 33% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 40% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 19.6% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 5.2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 WS6 7BZ 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 28.6% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 10.8% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 12.8% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 9.9% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 14.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 14.8% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 8.4% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 5.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.7% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.8% | 97.4% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glenthorne Drive was 23.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.2% lower than the Cheslyn Hay Village average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Glenthorne Drive has the 17th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Cheslyn Hay Village and the 86th lowest crime rate of 356 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Glenthorne Drive, Walsall, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-05-10 | £257,875 |
| 18 Glenthorne Drive, Walsall, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2022-03-31 | £224,056 |
| 3 Glenthorne Drive, Walsall, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2021-03-12 | £242,307 |
| 1 Glenthorne Drive, Walsall, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2020-03-20 | £291,516 |
| 1 Glenthorne Drive, Walsall, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-08-08 | £241,391 |
WS6 7BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 WS6 7BZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfields Nursery School Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LU | 4out of 4 | 5,164 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenthorne Community Primary School Glenthorne Drive , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 132 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Hall Primary School John's Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6BX | 2out of 4 | 730 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Primary School Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Huthill Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6PG | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Landywood Primary School Holly Lane , Landywood WS6 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 1out of 4 | 898 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 3,933 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Griffin Catholic College Cardinal Way , Stafford Road WS11 4AW | 3out of 4 | 4,252 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 5,016 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Education - Cannock Longford Road , Cannock WS11 0LD | - not rated | 2,208 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 2,533 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,740 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,740 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLOSED-The White Horse | Mount Pleasant, Cheslyn Hay | 234 yd | |
| The Village Lodge | 37 - 39 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 252 yd | |
| Brunch | 36 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 507 yd | |
| Hawa Spice | 61-63 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 571 yd | |
| Baked @ No 3 | Unit 15, 80 Wardles Lane | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheslyn Hay Community & Sports Club | 26 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 295 yd | |
| New Inns | 124 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 513 yd | |
| Olde Wyrley Hall | Olde Hall Lane, Great Wyrley | 604 yd | |
| Hawkins Sports And Social Club | Coppice Lane, Cheslyn Hay | 673 yd | |
| Colliers Arms | 91 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheslyn Hay Fish Bar | 1 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 325 yd | |
| Kebab King | 3 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 328 yd | |
| New City | 5 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 332 yd | |
| K \& K Pan Asian Cuisine | 59 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 564 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 187 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Landywood Lane, Cheslyn Hay | 540 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 931 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Methodist Church HIGH STREET | 432 yd | |
| Cheslyn Hay Recreation Ground ROSEMARY ROAD | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Hawkins Sports Club COPPICE LANE | grass pitches | 703 yd |
| Great Wyrley Academy GREAT WYRLEY PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL GREAT WYRLEY PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL HALL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 759 yd |
| Great Wyrley Table Tennis Club Norton Lane | 1,092 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.