Wharf Lane is in Burntwood and in Lichfield district. WS7 4QY is located in the Hammerwich with Wall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lichfield. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharf Lane, Burntwood, WS7 4QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WS7 4QZ, WS7 4QT, WS7 4UQ, WS7 4SJ, WS7 4SF, WS7 4RA, WS7 4SL, WS7 4SN, WS7 4YF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WS7 4QY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.7% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 23.8% | 29.8% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 49.8% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 48.7% | 43.8% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 35.6% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 13% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 7% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25% | 17.8% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 12% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 15.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.1% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 30.5% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 94.9% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 98.4% 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% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 98.4% | 98.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharf Lane was 32.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% lower than the Boney Hay & Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wharf Lane has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Boney Hay & Central and the 131st lowest crime rate of 342 local areas in Lichfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 76.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Wharf Lane, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-12-18 | £255,497 |
| 1 Wharf Lane, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2024-05-03 | £249,288 |
| 5 Wharf Lane, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,500 | 2023-12-14 | £223,119 |
| 1 Wharf Lane, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-09-17 | £276,784 |
| 3 Wharf Lane, Burntwood, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-04-16 | £291,925 |
WS7 4QY 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 2,453 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway Primary School Grange Road , Chasetown WS7 4TU | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Theresa Catholic Primary High Street , Chasetown WS7 3XL | 4out of 4 | 1,273 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Primary Academy Mossbank Avenue , Chasetown WS7 4UN | 3out of 4 | 1,337 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watling Street Primary School Watling Street , Brownhills WS8 7LW | 4out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Narrow Lane , Brownhills WS8 6HX | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erasmus Darwin Academy Pool Road , WS7 3QW | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhills Ormiston Academy Deakin Avenue , Brownhills WS8 7QG | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Terrace Academy Bridge Cross Road , Chase Terrace WS7 2DB | 3out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Canes High School Burntwood Road , Norton Canes WS11 9SP | 3out of 4 | 3,477 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shire Oak Academy Lichfield Road , Walsall Wood WS9 9PA | 2out of 4 | 3,828 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,114 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Druids Walk , Walsall Wood WS9 9JS | 4out of 4 | 4,709 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Hayes Hall School Abnalls Lane , WS13 8BL | - not rated | 5,311 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chasetown Methodist Church | Queens Drive, Burntwood | 665 yd | |
| MHA Communities South | Chasetown Methodist Church, Queens Drive | 870 yd | |
| MHA Communities South | Units 2 & 4 The Old Mining College, Queen Street | 928 yd | |
| Spice Lounge | 1A High Street, Chasetown | 1,016 yd | |
| D & P Rogers Catering | Rear Of, 50 High Street | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miners Rest | 29 Highfields Road, Chasetown | 746 yd | |
| Cottage Of Content | Queen Street, Chasetown | 935 yd | |
| The Uxbridge Arms | 2 Church Street, Chasetown | 959 yd | |
| The Junction | 1 Queen Street, Chasetown | 968 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 20 High Street, Chasetown | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teddy's | Coppy Nook Playing Fields, Hospital Road | 949 yd | |
| Queens Fish Bar | 79 Queen Street, Chasetown | 953 yd | |
| Tom's Chinese Takeaway | 5 Queen Street, Chasetown | 967 yd | |
| Napoli's Pizza | 16 - 18 High Street, Chasetown | 1,006 yd | |
| The Gourmet | 11 High Street, Chasetown | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | Unit One, 8 Highfields Road | 900 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway Primary School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Hospital Road COPPY NOOK PLAYING FIELDS COPPY NOOK PLAYING FIELDS HOSPITAL ROAD | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Chasetown Leisure Centre (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 968 yd |
| Erasmus Darwin Academy POOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,059 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.