Oaken Gardens is in Burntwood and in Lichfield district. WS7 2AY is located in the Boney Hay & Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lichfield. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oaken Gardens, Burntwood, WS7 2AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS7 2AZ, WS7 2EW, WS7 2AU, WS7 2AX, WS7 2EP, WS7 2DP, WS7 2EN, WS7 2BA, WS7 2DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WS7 2AY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 49.3% | 52.3% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50.7% | 47.7% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 26.9% | 28.5% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 50.8% | -8.8% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 10.4% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 44.9% | 42.8% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 40.9% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 14.4% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 19.6% | 2.5% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.6% | 14.1% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 17.3% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 19.6% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 20% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.5% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.4% | 94.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 94.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oaken Gardens was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.7% lower than the Boney Hay & Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oaken Gardens has the 17th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Boney Hay & Central and the 58th lowest crime rate of 342 local areas in Lichfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oaken Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-09-25 | £231,441 |
| 11 Oaken Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2012-07-09 | £199,658 |
| 5 Oaken Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2006-05-31 | £248,691 |
| 14 Oaken Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2005-11-10 | £208,020 |
| 7 Oaken Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2002-08-08 | £242,915 |
WS7 2AY 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 WS7 2AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogley Hay Nursery School Brickiln Street , Brownhills WS8 6AU | 4out of 4 | 4,648 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Terrace Primary School Rugeley Road , Chase Terrace WS7 1AH | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boney Hay Primary Academy Chorley Road , WS7 2PF | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Grove Primary School Holly Grove Lane , Chase Terrace WS7 1LU | 2out of 4 | 996 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Primary Academy Mossbank Avenue , Chasetown WS7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary High Street , Chasetown WS7 3XL | 4out of 4 | 1,308 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Terrace Academy Bridge Cross Road , Chase Terrace WS7 2DB | 3out of 4 | 373 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Erasmus Darwin Academy Pool Road , WS7 3QW | 3out of 4 | 2,086 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 2,945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhills Ormiston Academy Deakin Avenue , Brownhills WS8 7QG | - not rated | 3,651 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 5,389 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chasetown Community School Church Street , Chasetown WS7 3QL | 3out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Hayes Hall School Abnalls Lane , WS13 8BL | - not rated | 5,119 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Balti | 15 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 190 yd | |
| Major Curry Affair | 3 Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 575 yd | |
| Khans Kitchen | Unit 4 And 5, Lambourne House | 595 yd | |
| Burntwood Library | Bridge Cross Road, Sankeys Corner | 632 yd | |
| Sant' Antonio Restaurant | 2 Burntwood Town Shopping Centre, Cannock Road | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wych Elm | Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 481 yd | |
| The Firs Club & Institute | Rugeley Road, Chase Terrace | 557 yd | |
| Vintage Liquid Taphouse | Unit 1, Lambourne House | 595 yd | |
| Boney Hay Working Mens Club | 22 North Street, Burntwood | 647 yd | |
| Grangemoor Working Mens Club | 112 Cannock Road, Burntwood | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Of Spice | 3 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 159 yd | |
| Fown Lin | 1 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 160 yd | |
| Parkhill Fishbar | 17 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 197 yd | |
| Joe's Pizza Company | Unit 2 Lambourne House, Bridge Cross Road | 595 yd | |
| Sankeys Fish Bar | 1A Rugeley Road, Chase Terrace | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 594 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Unit 7 To 8 & 13 Morley Road Shopping Centre, Morley Road | 666 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 1 Burntwood Town Shopping Centre, Cannock Road | 685 yd | |
| WM Morrison | Milestone Way, Burntwood | 797 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Park REDWOOD PARK REDWOOD PARK ASPEN GROVE | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Chase Terrace Technology College BRIDGE CROSS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 392 yd |
| Chase Terrace Primary School RUGELEY ROAD | grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Open House Cherry Close | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Burntwood) BURNTWOOD RETAIL BURNTWOOD RETAIL CANNOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 738 yd |
| Burntwood Youth Centre (Closed) Cherry Close | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Burntwood Leisure Centre HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 913 yd |
| Springhill Academy MOSSBANK AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,004 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 | 36.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.