Primrose Lane is in Wolverhampton and in Wolverhampton district. WV10 8RN is located in the Fallings Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wolverhampton North East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Lane, Wolverhampton, WV10 8RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WV10 8RW, WV10 8PW, WV10 8PN, WV10 8RF, WV10 8RL, WV10 8RT, WV10 8SP, WV10 8RP, WV10 8PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WV10 8RN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 52.6% | 52.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.4% | 47.8% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 29.5% | 32.6% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 49.8% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.9% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 36.7% | 47% | 10.3% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 31.7% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 12.3% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 8% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 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.
In the area around WV10 8RN this area, 29.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 29.6% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 11.2% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 17.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 18.5% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 6.1% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 3.1% | 12.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.8% | 8% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 7.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 81.3% | 67.4% | -13.9% | 81.4% | -14.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 84% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 84% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 10.5% | 8.1% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 85.4% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.3% | 9.3% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0.3% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Sikh | 14.2% | 0.9% | 13.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primrose Lane was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Fallings Park average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Primrose Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Fallings Park and the 135th lowest crime rate of 782 local areas in Wolverhampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 214.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Primrose Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £189,995 | 2020-02-28 | £259,619 |
| 54 Primrose Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2018-03-29 | £306,034 |
| 54 Primrose Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2017-08-01 | £288,258 |
| 50 Primrose Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2015-09-22 | £292,688 |
| Twyning Primrose Lane, Wolverhampton, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2006-10-13 | £278,676 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Hill Nursery School Jenks Avenue , Low Hill WV10 9JN | 4out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushbury Nursery School Bushbury Lane , Bushbury WV10 8JP | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elston Hall Nursery School Shelley Road , Fordhouses WV10 6BG | - not rated | 2,233 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashmore Park Nursery School Griffiths Drive , Ashmore Park Estate WV11 2LH | 4out of 4 | 3,020 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield Nursery School Griffin Street , WV1 2HH | 4out of 4 | 3,526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fallings Junior School Old Fallings Lane , Low Hill WV10 8BN | - not rated | 295 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fallings Park Primary School Old Fallings Lane , Low Hill WV10 8BN | - not rated | 295 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fallings Park Primary School Old Fallings Lane , Low Hill WV10 8BN | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| D'Eyncourt Primary School Mullett Road , Wednesfield WV11 1DD | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deyncourt Primary School Mullett Road , Wednesfield WV11 1DD | - not rated | 584 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady and St Chad Catholic Sports College Old Fallings Lane , WV10 8BL | - not rated | 602 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Chad Catholic Academy Old Fallings Lane , WV10 8BL | 3out of 4 | 602 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Community School Old Fallings Lane , Bushbury WV10 8BY | - not rated | 675 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton School Old Fallings Lane , Bushbury WV10 8BY | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heath Park Business and Enterprise College Prestwood Road , WV11 1RD | - not rated | 1,633 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilston Community College Westfield Road , WV14 6ER | - not rated | 4,782 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Wolverhampton College Wellington Road , WV14 6BT | - not rated | 4,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Re-Entry The Primary Centre , Second Avenue WV10 9PE | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcroft Sport and Vocational College Greenacres Avenue , Underhill WV10 8NZ | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcroft School Greenacres Avenue , Underhill WV10 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braybrook Centre Bellamy Lane , Wednesfield WV11 1NN | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nordley Special School Bellamy Lane , Wednesfield WV11 1NN | - not rated | 1,483 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's (Aberrant Group Ltd) | McDonalds Restaurant, 725 Cannock Road | 119 yd | |
| Subway | 751 Cannock Road, Wednesfield | 119 yd | |
| Dilshad Balti | Dilshad, 15 Blackhalve Lane | 253 yd | |
| Momma Sorrentis | 123 Long Knowle Lane, Wolverhampton | 522 yd | |
| The Butty Box | 79 Westcroft Avenue, Wolverhampton | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Brook Farm | Cannock Road, Wednesfield | 756 yd | |
| Wolverhampton United F.C. | Sports Ground, Prestwood Road West | 1,017 yd | |
| Red Lion | The Red Lion Public House, Amos Lane | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Desserts | 130 Cannock Road, Wednesfield | 115 yd | |
| Pearl Of Bengal | 741 Cannock Road, Wednesfield | 119 yd | |
| Zara's Chippy | Zaras Plaice, 10 Blackhalve Lane | 219 yd | |
| Ying Wah | 8 Blackhalve Lane, Wolverhampton | 345 yd | |
| Ruby | 28D Ruskin Road, Wolverhampton | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Scotlands Service Station | 119 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Food Store, 27 Blackhalve Lane | 441 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady And St Chad Catholic School OLD FALLINGS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary Academy CANNOCK ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Moreton School OLD FALLINGS LANE | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Wolverhampton United Fc Prestwood Road West | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 199.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.