Old Falls Close is in Cheslyn Hay, Walsall and in South Staffordshire district. WS6 7JS is located in the Cheslyn Hay Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Falls Close, Cheslyn Hay, Walsall, WS6 7JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS6 7AB, WS6 7AA, WS6 7DU, WS6 7DS, WS6 7DR, WS6 7DT, WS6 7BJ, WS6 7EA, WS6 7AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS6 7JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 49.7% | 49.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.9% | 34.4% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 45.5% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12.2% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 47.8% | 45.1% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 37.1% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 10.9% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 19.1% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10.6% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 15.6% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 19.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 25.2% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 97.1% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Falls Close was 38.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% higher than the Cheslyn Hay Village average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Falls Close has the 28th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Cheslyn Hay Village and the 154th lowest crime rate of 355 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Old Falls Close, Walsall, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-09-21 | £97,510 |
| 6 Old Falls Close, Walsall, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-08-25 | £100,000 |
| 3 Old Falls Close, Walsall, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-08-12 | £130,706 |
| 7 Old Falls Close, Walsall, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2018-12-18 | £135,149 |
| 2 Old Falls Close, Walsall, Staffordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2014-10-16 | £85,232 |
WS6 7JS 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 2,869 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase Children's Centre Cannock Road , WS11 5BU | - not rated | 4,266 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields Nursery School Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LU | 3out of 4 | 5,156 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 | 331 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Primary School Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | - not rated | 760 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Hall Primary School John's Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6BX | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Hall Primary Academy John's Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6BX | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheslyn Hay Sport and Community High School Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | - not rated | 790 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley High School Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wyrley Academy Hall Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 4,103 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 | 3,587 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 | 2,310 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon School Cannock Venture House , 12 Prospect Park WS11 0LG | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 2out of 4 | 2,620 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea PRU Avon Road , WS11 1LH | - not rated | 2,699 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 2,883 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunch | 36 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 139 yd | |
| CLOSED-The White Horse | Mount Pleasant, Cheslyn Hay | 180 yd | |
| Hawa Spice | 61-63 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 194 yd | |
| The Village Lodge | 37 - 39 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 243 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheslyn Hay Community & Sports Club | 26 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 252 yd | |
| Colliers Arms | 91 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 363 yd | |
| Hawkins Sports And Social Club | Coppice Lane, Cheslyn Hay | 685 yd | |
| New Inns | 124 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 709 yd | |
| Olde Wyrley Hall | Olde Hall Lane, Great Wyrley | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheslyn Hay Fish Bar | 1 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 126 yd | |
| Kebab King | 3 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 128 yd | |
| New City | 5 Rosemary Road, Cheslyn Hay | 131 yd | |
| K \& K Pan Asian Cuisine | 59 High Street, Cheslyn Hay | 187 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 187 Station Street, Cheslyn Hay | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Landywood Lane, Cheslyn Hay | 169 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Methodist Church HIGH STREET | 82 yd | |
| Cheslyn Hay Recreation Ground ROSEMARY ROAD | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Cheslyn Hay Leisure Centre CHESLYN HAY LEISURE CENTRE CHESLYN HAY LEISURE CENTRE SAREDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 766 yd |
| Hawkins Sports Club COPPICE LANE | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Cheslyn Hay Sport & Community High School CHESLYN HAY COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL CHESLYN HAY COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL SAREDON ROAD | grass pitches | 893 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.