Oaken Grange is in Cheslyn Hay, Walsall and in South Staffordshire district. WS6 7NP is located in the Great Wyrley Landywood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Staffordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oaken Grange, Cheslyn Hay, Walsall, WS6 7NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS6 7AN, WS6 7NG, WS6 6JR, WS6 7NH, WS6 6JL, WS6 7NB, WS6 6JS, WS6 6JJ, WS6 6GG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS6 7NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.5% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.5% | -2.1% | 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 7NP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% 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 | 24.6% | 25.7% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 53.5% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.4% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 8.9% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 37.3% | 35% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 38.1% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 19% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 27.2% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.1% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 11.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 9.3% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 20.5% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 18.7% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 99.1% | 98.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oaken Grange was 68.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.5% higher than the Cheslyn Hay Village average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oaken Grange has the 13th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Cheslyn Hay Village and the 105th highest crime rate of 356 local areas in South Staffordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 93.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oaken Grange, Walsall, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2024-10-18 | £556,268 |
| 6 Oaken Grange, Walsall, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-10-22 | £387,805 |
| 4 Oaken Grange, Walsall, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2019-09-06 | £557,550 |
| 3 Oaken Grange, Walsall, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2011-10-19 | £516,454 |
| 5 Oaken Grange, Walsall, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2000-08-11 | £595,205 |
WS6 7NP 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 7NP 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 | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfields Nursery School Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LU | 4out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbank Nursery School Elmore Row , Bloxwich WS3 2HR | 4out of 4 | 4,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Nursery School Blakenall Heath , Blakenall WS3 1HT | 4out of 4 | 5,416 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landywood Primary School Holly Lane , Landywood WS6 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenthorne Community Primary School Glenthorne Drive , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moat Hall Primary School John's Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6BX | 2out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Primary School Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Huthill Lane , Great Wyrley WS6 6PG | 3out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,452 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheslyn Hay Academy Saredon Road , Cheslyn Hay WS6 7JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walsall Academy Lichfield Road , Bloxwich WS3 3LX | 3out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cannock Chase High School Hednesford Road , WS11 1JT | 3out of 4 | 4,832 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 5,129 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 | 3,193 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy Avon Road , WS11 1LH | 1out of 4 | 3,524 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School International Study Centre Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,687 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Grammar School Convent Close , WS11 0UR | - not rated | 3,687 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbrook Primary School Grainger Court , WS11 5SA | 3out of 4 | 4,853 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinton Balti | 27A Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 550 yd | |
| Baked @ No 3 | Unit 15, 80 Wardles Lane | 558 yd | |
| The Miraj | 39 Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 604 yd | |
| CLOSED-The White Horse | Mount Pleasant, Cheslyn Hay | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisons Sport And Social Club Ltd | Wharwell Lane, Landywood | 538 yd | |
| Andy's Ale House | 37 Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 558 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf | 472 Walsall Road, Great Wyrley | 847 yd | |
| Great Wyrley Sports And Social Club | 343 Walsall Road, Great Wyrley | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio's Pizza | 116 Wardles Lane, Great Wyrley | 513 yd | |
| Cucina Unica | 140B Wardles Lane, Great Wyrley | 550 yd | |
| Wardles Lane Fish Bar | 9 Quinton Court Shopping Centre, Wardles Lane | 558 yd | |
| Hong Kong Takeaway | Quinton Court Shopping Centre, Wardles Lane | 558 yd | |
| Quinton Cafe | 134 Wardles Lane, Great Wyrley | 564 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Quinton Court, Wardles Lane | 550 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jones Lane Football Pitches (Closed) Jones Lane | grass pitches | 928 yd |
| Salem Methodist Church HIGH STREET | 1,089 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.53 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.53 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.41 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.