Croft Gardens is in Burntwood and in Lichfield district. WS7 2EZ 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 Croft Gardens, Burntwood, WS7 2EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS7 2HY, WS7 2EE, WS7 2HX, WS7 9DD, WS7 2JA, WS7 2EH, WS7 2JB, WS7 9LN, WS7 9DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WS7 2EZ has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 47% | 47% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 53% | 53% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 2EZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 15.6% | 23.8% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 57.9% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 9.9% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 30.9% | 33.3% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 38.1% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 19.9% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 8% | 8.7% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 27% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 12% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 10.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 15.5% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 26% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 99.2% | 97.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Croft Gardens was 4.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.6% lower than the Boney Hay & Central average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Croft Gardens has the 4th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Boney Hay & Central and the 8th lowest crime rate of 342 local areas in Lichfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 83.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Croft Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2020-12-11 | £512,818 |
| 2 Croft Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2007-12-19 | £493,241 |
| 3 Croft Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2005-06-29 | £501,134 |
| 3 Croft Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2003-06-30 | £493,104 |
| 3 Croft Gardens, Burntwood, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2002-11-08 | £480,184 |
WS7 2EZ 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 2EZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Other | 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 | 4,958 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boney Hay Primary Academy Chorley Road , WS7 2PF | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Terrace Primary School Rugeley Road , Chase Terrace WS7 1AH | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields Primary Academy Elder Lane , WS7 9BT | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Primary Academy Mossbank Avenue , Chasetown WS7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Grove Primary School Holly Grove Lane , Chase Terrace WS7 1LU | 2out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Foundation 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 | 860 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Erasmus Darwin Academy Pool Road , WS7 3QW | 3out of 4 | 2,493 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 3,406 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhills Ormiston Academy Deakin Avenue , Brownhills WS8 7QG | - not rated | 3,980 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 | 2,310 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Hayes Hall School Abnalls Lane , WS13 8BL | - not rated | 4,733 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdon Hall School Longdon Hall School , Longdon Green WS15 4PT | - not rated | 5,400 yd | Other independent 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 | 383 yd | |
| Real Desserts | 2 Common View, Burntwood | 559 yd | |
| Major Curry Affair | 3 Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 1,066 yd | |
| Khans Kitchen | Unit 4 And 5, Lambourne House | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fozzers | 68 Ogley Hay Road, Burntwood | 519 yd | |
| Boney Hay Working Mens Club | 22 North Street, Burntwood | 763 yd | |
| The Drill Inn | 33 Springle Styche Lane, Burntwood | 788 yd | |
| Ring O Bells | 80 Chorley Road, Burntwood | 836 yd | |
| Grangemoor Working Mens Club | 112 Cannock Road, Burntwood | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhill Fishbar | 17 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 380 yd | |
| Fown Lin | 1 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 380 yd | |
| King Of Spice | 3 Parkhill Road, Chase Terrace | 385 yd | |
| Joe's Pizza Company | Unit 2 Lambourne House, Bridge Cross Road | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Unit 7 To 8 & 13 Morley Road Shopping Centre, Morley Road | 736 yd | |
| Aldi | Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Park REDWOOD PARK REDWOOD PARK ASPEN GROVE | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| Chase Terrace Technology College BRIDGE CROSS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 752 yd |
| Chase Terrace Primary School RUGELEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,004 yd |
| Highfields Academy ELDER LANE | grass pitches | 1,026 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 | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.