Californian Grove is in Burntwood and in Lichfield district. WS7 2BG 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 Californian Grove, Burntwood, WS7 2BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS7 2BE, WS7 1AA, WS7 2LW, WS7 1AD, WS7 1AB, WS7 2BH, WS7 2BJ, WS7 2AR, WS7 2BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS7 2BG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 WS7 2BG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 32.6% | 28.8% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 51.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 8.8% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 9.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 38.3% | 40.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 42.4% | 37.5% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 13.7% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 7% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.1% | 22.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 14.1% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.1% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 19.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 18.1% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.2% | 98% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.2% | 98.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Californian Grove was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Boney Hay & Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Californian Grove has the 38th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Boney Hay & Central and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 342 local areas in Lichfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21A Californian Grove, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-10-23 | £504,533 |
| 28 Californian Grove, Burntwood, Staffordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-11-08 | £132,225 |
| 1 Californian Grove, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-11-26 | £253,961 |
| 7 Californian Grove, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-06-30 | £280,994 |
| 34 Californian Grove, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-08-09 | £242,648 |
WS7 2BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 4,905 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 | 451 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Grove Primary School Holly Grove Lane , Chase Terrace WS7 1LU | 2out of 4 | 494 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boney Hay Primary Academy Chorley Road , WS7 2PF | 3out of 4 | 727 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary High Street , Chasetown WS7 3XL | 4out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Primary Academy Mossbank Avenue , Chasetown WS7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,545 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Erasmus Darwin Academy Pool Road , WS7 3QW | 3out of 4 | 2,251 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhills Ormiston Academy Deakin Avenue , Brownhills WS8 7QG | - not rated | 3,897 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Kings Avenue , WS12 1DH | 2out of 4 | 4,888 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 | 1,998 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 471 yd | |
| Sant' Antonio Restaurant | 2 Burntwood Town Shopping Centre, Cannock Road | 545 yd | |
| Major Curry Affair | 3 Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 557 yd | |
| Mikey Teas | 21 Burntwood Town Shopping Centre, Cannock Road | 566 yd | |
| Khans Kitchen | Unit 4 And 5, Lambourne House | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Firs Club & Institute | Rugeley Road, Chase Terrace | 328 yd | |
| Boney Hay Working Mens Club | 22 North Street, Burntwood | 345 yd | |
| The Wych Elm | Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 617 yd | |
| Vintage Liquid Taphouse | Unit 1, Lambourne House | 619 yd | |
| Ring O Bells | 80 Chorley Road, Burntwood | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhill Fishbar | 17 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 472 yd | |
| King Of Spice | 3 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 485 yd | |
| Superb Chinese Takeaway | 74 Princess Street, Burntwood | 486 yd | |
| Fown Lin | 1 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 490 yd | |
| Sankeys Fish Bar | 1A Rugeley Road, Chase Terrace | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 1 Burntwood Town Shopping Centre, Cannock Road | 559 yd | |
| Aldi | Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 622 yd | |
| WM Morrison | Milestone Way, Burntwood | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Park REDWOOD PARK REDWOOD PARK ASPEN GROVE | grass pitches | 298 yd |
| Chase Terrace Primary School RUGELEY ROAD | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Burntwood) BURNTWOOD RETAIL BURNTWOOD RETAIL CANNOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 636 yd |
| Holly Grove Primary School HOLLY GROVE LANE | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Chase Terrace Technology College BRIDGE CROSS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 808 yd |
| Open House Cherry Close | grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Burntwood Youth Centre (Closed) Cherry Close | grass pitches | 980 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.